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Probate Code § 4151

CHAPTER 3. Modification and Revocation of Powers of Attorney

Current as of September 28, 2026Prob. Code, § 4151Official source ↗

Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 300, Sec. 5. Effective August 3, 1995.

(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).