Michigan § 556.203 - Applicability of act.
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§ 556.203. Applicability of act.
This act applies to all powers of attorney except the following:
(a) A power to the extent it is coupled with an interest in the subject of the power, including a power given to or for the benefit of a creditor in connection with a credit transaction.
(b) A patient advocate designation under section 5506 of the estates and protected individuals code, 1998 PA 386, MCL 700.5506.
(c) A delegation of a parent's or guardian's power regarding care, custody, or property of a minor child or ward under section 5103 of the estates and protected individuals code, 1998 PA 386, MCL 700.5103.
(d) A proxy or other delegation to exercise voting rights or management rights with respect to an entity.
(e) A power created on a form prescribed by a government or governmental subdivision, agency, or instrumentality for a governmental purpose.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 556.203 cover?
Section 556.203 ("Applicability of act.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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