How to Fill Out a Texas Statutory Power of Attorney
Review the statutory notices, paper authority choices and execution alternatives for the Texas durable and medical forms.
Reviewed 2026-10-01
Choose the document for the appointment
The durable form in Texas Estates Code 752.051 concerns financial powers and expressly says it does not authorize medical or other health care decisions. The separate medical form is published in Health and Safety Code 166.164. Source
Read the notices before filling in details
Read the entire statutory document. The durable form tells the principal to initial each granted power or use its all-powers line, and to review special instructions, agent compensation, gifts and effectiveness choices. The online builder leaves every authority initial and signing alternative for completion on paper. Source
Identify your agent and alternates
The medical statutory form asks for the agent's name, address and phone and permits alternate agents. It also records where the original is kept and who holds signed copies. Its disclosure statement explains when the appointment becomes effective and the agent's limits. Source
Complete the applicable execution step
The durable statutory form includes acknowledgment of the principal's signature. The medical form permits acknowledgment before a notary or signing before two competent adult witnesses; its first-witness statement preserves the disinterested-witness qualifications. Review the actual form and obtain legal help before choosing or signing. Source
Review the complete downloaded PDF
The preview is a short summary. Downloading a PDF supplies no signature, initials or certification of capacity. Check every page, complete paper choices, obtain the required acknowledgment or qualified witnesses, and keep the signed document and copies according to the instructions. Consult a lawyer about your circumstances.