Can a Sibling Object to Power of Attorney?
If you have received notification that a relative is making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and you do not believe that the person appointed to act as their attorney is right, you may be wondering if you can object to the application.
The answer is yes, you can object to the LPA application. However, there are strict time limits that you must adhere to in order to do so. It is important to understand the process and the time limits in order to ensure that your objection is heard.
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows a person to appoint someone to make decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so. This could be due to illness, injury, or any other reason that renders them unable to make decisions for themselves.
The person appointed to act as the attorney must be over the age of 18 and have the mental capacity to make decisions. They must also be willing to act in the best interests of the person making the LPA.
Can a Sibling Object to Power of Attorney?
Yes, a sibling can object to the LPA application. However, it is important to understand the process and the time limits involved.
In order to object to the LPA application, you must first notify the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). The OPG is the government body responsible for overseeing LPAs.
You must provide the OPG with evidence of why you believe the LPA should not be granted. This could include evidence that the person appointed to act as the attorney is not suitable or that the person making the LPA does not have the mental capacity to do so.
Once the OPG has received your objection, they will investigate the matter and make a decision as to whether or not the LPA should be granted.
Conclusion
If you have received notification that a relative is making a Lasting Power of Attorney and you do not believe that the person appointed to act as their attorney is right, you do have the opportunity to object to the application. However, it is important to understand the process and the time limits involved in order to ensure that your objection is heard.
