NC GUARDIANSHIP BILL OF RIGHTS.

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View NCGA Bill Details2017-2018 Session
House Bill 821 (Public) Filed Tuesday, April 11, 2017
AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NORTH CAROLINA GUARDIANSHIP BILL OF RIGHTS.
Intro. by Farmer-Butterfield, Morey, Meyer, Howard.
Status: Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House Action) (Apr 13 2017)

Bill History:

H 821

Bill Summaries:

  • Bill H 821 (2017-2018)
    Summary date: Apr 11 2017 - View Summary

    Enacts new GS Chapter 35A, Article 8A (Guardianship Bill of Rights).

    New GS 35A-1247 states the legislative purpose to maintain the fundamental rights of persons adjudicated to be incompetent adults, or who are being considered for placement under guardianship, and to provide for these persons a fuller capacity for exercising rights and making decisions within their comprehension and judgment.

    New GS 35A-1247.1 lists 20 rights of persons adjudged to be an incompetent adult, including the right to be treated with dignity and respect in all matters, to have the persons' preferences and desires considered, and to vote. Lists eight rights of persons being considered for guardianship, including the right to nominate the name of a specific person to serve as guardian if one is appointed.

    Effective October 1, 2017.

    Courts/Judiciary, Civil, Civil Law, Health and Human Services, Mental Health, Social Services, Adult Services
    GS 35A
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