New Jersey S3484 revises disqualification criteria for professional guardians and outlines their duties.

New Jersey S3484 amends the criteria for disqualification from registration as a professional guardian and outlines the duties of such guardians. The bill expands the reasons for disqualification, including failure to cooperate with investigations, repeated refusal to accept pro bono cases, and self-dealing. It also imposes civil penalties for those whose registration is suspended or revoked. Additionally, the bill mandates that guardians act in the best interests of the ward, avoiding abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The act will take effect 60 days after enactment.

New Jersey S3484 revises disqualification criteria for professional guardians and outlines their duties.

New Jersey S3484 amends the criteria for disqualification from registration as a professional guardian and outlines the duties of such guardians. The bill expands the reasons for disqualification, including failure to cooperate with investigations, repeated refusal to accept pro bono cases, and self-dealing. It also imposes civil penalties for those whose registration is suspended or revoked. Additionally, the bill mandates that guardians act in the best interests of the ward, avoiding abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The act will take effect 60 days after enactment.