Prob. Code, § 4151 · Chapter 3. Modification and Revocation of Powers of Attorney
Prob. Code, § 4151
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) A principal may revoke a power of attorney as follows:
(1) In accordance with the terms of the power of attorney.
(2) By a writing. This paragraph is not subject to limitation in the power of attorney.
(b) An attorney-in-fact or third person who does not have notice of the revocation is protected from liability as provided in Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 4300).
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 300, Sec. 5. Effective August 3, 1995.
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