Who can revoke a Power of Attorney at any time?

The veteran has the authority to revoke a Power of Attorney (POA) at any time. This is a fundamental principle of a POA, as it is a legal document that grants someone else the authority to act on the veteran's behalf. The veteran retains control over this arrangement and can decide to revoke it whenever they choose, whether for personal reasons, a change in circumstances, or a desire to appoint a different representative.

Revoking a POA typically requires the veteran to notify the attorney-in-fact (the person granted authority) and may involve submitting a written revocation to the appropriate entities or agencies, such as the VA, to ensure that their previous authority is no longer recognized. This process underscores the veteran's autonomy and the legal recognition of their rights to manage their own affairs.

Other options like the accredited VSO, the regional VA office, and family members do not have the authority to revoke the POA on behalf of the veteran. The VSO can assist the veteran or provide guidance but cannot act to revoke a POA without the veteran's direction. Similarly, the regional VA office and family members are not empowered to unilaterally revoke legal authority granted through a POA.