Power Of Attorney Concerns

Summary

In Florida, anyone can obtain power of attorney if the grantor is mentally competent, the POA is signed with two witnesses, and it is notarized. To prove coercion, gather evidence, hire a lawyer, and report to Adult Protective Services. Contact Adult Protective Services in Jacksonville at 1 (800) 962-2873 for investigations into elder abuse.

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And Duval county Florida can anyone like a bartender obtain power of attorney over an elderly man
In Florida, anyone can obtain power of attorney (POA) if:
- The person granting the POA is mentally competent
- The POA is signed in the presence of two witnesses
- The POA is notarized
However, it's important to ensure the process isn't coercive or fraudulent.
If it was coercive after an embolism what steps do you take to prove that
To prove coercion in a power of attorney situation, you can:
- Gather evidence: This can include testimony from witnesses who saw the coercion, or medical records showing the grantor's mental state.
- Hire a lawyer: They can help present your case in court.
- Report to Adult Protective Services: They can investigate cases of elder abuse.
Remember, I'm an AI providing general advice. Consult with a local attorney for tailored advice.
In Jacksonville Florida adult protective services I need their phone number and are they supposed to help me because my friend has made a phone call before and they told her there was nothing they could do because she didn't know at the time where her father was located as far as medical facility
Name: Adult Protective Services, Jacksonville, Florida
Phone: * (*) *-*
They should investigate if they believe an elder is being abused. Knowing the elder's location can help them in their investigation. Please call them with this information.