Michigan SB1008 amends probate law to establish supported decision-making agreements for incapacitated individuals.

Michigan SB1008 amends the probate code to introduce supported decision-making agreements. This process allows incapacitated individuals to work with chosen friends, family members, and professionals to understand their situation and make their own decisions. The bill mandates that courts provide information on alternatives to full guardianship before a petition is filed. If a petition is filed, the court must set a hearing date and appoint a guardian ad litem if the individual does not have legal counsel.

Michigan SB1008 amends probate law to establish supported decision-making agreements for incapacitated individuals.

Michigan SB1008 amends the probate code to introduce supported decision-making agreements. This process allows incapacitated individuals to work with chosen friends, family members, and professionals to understand their situation and make their own decisions. The bill mandates that courts provide information on alternatives to full guardianship before a petition is filed. If a petition is filed, the court must set a hearing date and appoint a guardian ad litem if the individual does not have legal counsel.