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In sending a scanned copy of a power of attorney by email, should I encript the email for security reasons or can I send it by regular email?
Asked on Aug 20th, 2018 on Guardianship and Conservatorship - Maryland
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A utility company is requesting a copy of a power of attorney so that I may inquire about my mother's account with the company. I have the power of attorney and the company is fine with having an emailed copy.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that there is no reasonable expectation of privacy in email. However, if you have recorded the Durable Power of Attorney in the county deed records (needed for it to be effective with regard to real estate in that county), it is no longer private anyway.
Answered on Aug 21st, 2018 at 5:06 AM
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