Virginia Decodedhttps://vacode.org7862064.2-2729Method of release2025Wills, Trusts, and FiduciariesProvisions Applicable to Probate and Nonprobate TransfersUniform Powers of Appointment ActDisclaimer or Release; Contract to Appoint or Not to Appoint

A powerholder of a releasable power of appointment may release the power in whole or in part:

1. By substantial compliance with a method provided in the terms of the instrument creating the power; or

2. If the terms of the instrument creating the power do not provide a method or the method provided in the terms of the instrument is not expressly made exclusive, by a record manifesting the powerholder’s intent by clear and convincing evidence.

2016, c. 266.