Adult Guardianship Equity Act consolidates guardianship proceedings for adults into the Probate Division of the Superior Court.

The Adult Guardianship Equity Act combines jurisdiction over adult guardianship proceedings into the Probate Division of the Superior Court. This change aims to establish a unified set of procedural protections and options for guardianship proceedings. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining maximum self-reliance and independence in individuals and only orders the least restrictive form of guardianship necessary. It also ensures that the guardian always serves the interests of the person under guardianship and brings any potential conflicts of interest to the attention of the court.

Adult Guardianship Equity Act consolidates guardianship proceedings for adults into the Probate Division of the Superior Court.

The Adult Guardianship Equity Act combines jurisdiction over adult guardianship proceedings into the Probate Division of the Superior Court. This change aims to establish a unified set of procedural protections and options for guardianship proceedings. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining maximum self-reliance and independence in individuals and only orders the least restrictive form of guardianship necessary. It also ensures that the guardian always serves the interests of the person under guardianship and brings any potential conflicts of interest to the attention of the court.