Louisiana Revised Statutes 9:3879.1 – Care, custody, and control of minor child
Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 9:3879.1
- Power of attorney: A written instrument which authorizes one person to act as another's agent or attorney. The power of attorney may be for a definite, specific act, or it may be general in nature. The terms of the written power of attorney may specify when it will expire. If not, the power of attorney usually expires when the person granting it dies. Source: OCC
In a military power of attorney, the language granting power with respect to the care, custody, and control of a minor child empowers the agent to do all of the following:
(1) The general functions, powers, and duties accorded to tutors pursuant to Chapter 8 of Title VI of Book VII of the Code of Civil Procedure, except those that require court approval.
(2) Consenting to and authorizing such medical care, treatment, or surgery as may be deemed necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the child or children.
(3) Enrolling the child or children in such schools or educational institutions as may be deemed necessary for his due and proper education.
(4) Disciplining the child in such reasonable manner as may be necessary for his proper rearing, supervision, and training.
Acts 1993, No. 24, §1, eff. May 18, 1993; Acts 1995, No. 1131, §1.