This bill proposes updates to sections 14-1306 and 14-5111 of the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding jury trials. It clarifies that a party is entitled to a trial by jury if duly demanded, removing the previous language that specified the need for a constitutional right to such a trial. Additionally, it establishes that if the right to a jury trial is waived or not applicable, the court may still call a jury to decide factual issues, but the verdict would be advisory only.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that, not later than seven calendar days before the initial hearing on a petition for the appointment of a permanent guardian or conservator, the attorney for the alleged incapacitated person must inform them of their rights, including the right to a jury trial as per section 14-1306. It also requires the attorney to provide a review of the court process and a copy of a specific form related to the court's potential orders, while removing the previous requirement for the attorney to attest compliance with these duties at the initial hearing.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 14-1306, 14-5111