Oklahoma Code § 30-7-103

Title 30. Guardian And Ward: Written designation of standby guardian — Authority
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A.  A parent may execute a written designation of a standby
guardian at any time.  The written designation shall state:
1.  The name, address and birthdate of the child affected; and
2.  The name and address of the person designated as standby
guardian or alternate.
The written designation shall be signed by the parent.  The
designated standby guardian or alternate may not sign on behalf of
the parent.  The signed designation shall be delivered to the
standby guardian and any alternate named as soon as practicable.
B.  Following such delivery of the designation, the authority of
a standby guardian to act for a qualified parent shall commence upon
the occurrence of the triggering event, receipt of documentation, if
any, supporting the occurrence of the triggering event and the
qualified parent’s written consent to such commencement signed by
the parent.

C.  A standby guardian under a designation shall have the
authority of a guardian of the person and a guardian of the property
of the child, unless otherwise specified in the designation.

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