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Free Oregon Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Template

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What Is an Oregon Minor (Child) Power of Attorney?

An Oregon minor (child) power of attorney is a delegation of parental powers under ORS 109.056. It lets a parent or guardian hand another person authority over a child’s care, custody, or property for a limited time.

Oregon Rules for Delegating Parental Powers

Six Months for Most Delegations

A parent or guardian can delegate these powers for a period not exceeding six months. You can choose a shorter period, but not a longer one. After it ends, you’d need to sign a new delegation if care continues.

Twelve Months for a School Administrator

Oregon makes one exception. A delegation to a school administrator can last up to 12 months.

Adoption Decisions Stay With You

The person you name can’t consent to the child’s adoption.

Longer for Service Members

A servicemember-parent called to active duty can delegate these powers for the term of active duty plus 30 days. However, if the child lives with the other parent, the delegation generally must go to that parent unless a court finds it isn’t in the child’s best interests.

Tip

Oregon’s six-month clock starts when your delegation begins. So if you’ll be gone longer, calendar a reminder to sign a new form before the first one runs out.

How Long Does an Oregon Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Last?

Up to six months, in most cases. An Oregon minor (child) power of attorney for a relative or friend can’t run longer under ORS 109.056.

The two exceptions are a school administrator, who can hold these powers for up to 12 months, and a servicemember-parent’s delegation, which can run through active duty plus 30 days. In addition, a servicemember-parent with joint custody who is married to someone other than the child’s other parent may delegate to their spouse, unless a court finds that isn’t in the child’s best interests.

How to Sign It in Oregon

  1. Fill in your name, each child’s name, and the attorney-in-fact’s name.
  2. Choose the care, custody, or property powers you’re handing over.
  3. Set dates within six months, or use the school or military terms.
  4. Sign the document, and have the attorney-in-fact sign to accept.
  5. Share copies with the child’s school and doctors.

What to Include in an Oregon Form

A clear form helps schools and doctors know who can decide.

  • Your name and relationship to the child
  • Each child’s full name and date of birth
  • The attorney-in-fact’s name and address
  • The powers delegated, such as medical or school authority
  • Start and end dates, or active duty terms
  • Your signature and the attorney-in-fact’s acceptance

Create your Oregon minor (child) power of attorney today and have it ready before you leave.