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Section 9.1 of Seneca Nation of Indians Probate Code:

Any competent individual may execute a power of attorney which grants to another individual the right to take any action with respect to the first individual’s person or property and if real property is involved, the power of attorney granted must be to a Citizen. The power of attorney must be in writing, must describe the powers being granted, and must be signed by the individual granting the power of attorney in front of two (2) witnesses who must also sign the document. The grantor, in writing, at any time may revoke the power of attorney. A “competent individual” for purposes of this Section is an individual who understands the powers he or she is granting and is not under undue influence or duress from any other person.

Section 1.4 – Definition: “Citizen” means an individual enrolled with the Nation.

Note: Cost of filing Power of Attorney with the Surrogate Court is $5.00

FROM THE CATTARAUGUS SURROGATE,
LUANA JIMERSON