Massachusetts H1772 amends guardianship laws to enhance protections against predatory guardianship practices.
Massachusetts H1772 amends the General Laws to strengthen protections against predatory guardianship by ensuring individuals alleged to be incapacitated are informed of their legal rights, including the right to legal representation and to be present at hearings. It also mandates guardians to be certified by the center for guardianship commission within six months of their appointment and requires them to account for related expenses charged to the incapacitated person's estate.
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