This bill seeks to modernize and clarify the legal framework surrounding guardianship and conservatorship in North Dakota by introducing new sections to chapters 30.1-28 and 30.1-29 of the North Dakota Century Code. Key amendments include an updated definition of "incapacitated person" to encompass adults impaired by various disabilities, the introduction of an "alternative resource plan" for support services, and provisions for informed consent for health care decisions. The bill also enhances the procedural framework for the appointment, removal, and resignation of guardians, ensuring that the maximum self-reliance of the incapacitated person is prioritized and that any powers conferred upon a guardian are the least restrictive necessary.

Additionally, the bill establishes new requirements for notice in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings, mandates hearings for emergency guardianship appointments, and clarifies the fiduciary duties and liabilities of guardians. It emphasizes the confidentiality of reports related to guardianship proceedings and outlines the process for appointing successor guardians. The legislation also repeals outdated sections and introduces provisions for the subpoena of individuals who prepared reports, ensuring that the rights and interests of protected persons are safeguarded while streamlining the legal processes involved. Overall, the bill aims to provide better protection and support for individuals under guardianship and conservatorship in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25
Adopted by the Senate Judiciary Committee: 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25
Adopted by the House Human Services Committee: 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25
25.1110.02004 : 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25
Enrollment: 23-12-13, 25-03.1-18.1, 27-20.1-17, 30.1-01-06, 30.1-28-03.1, 30.1-28-03.2, 30.1-28-04, 30.1-28-05, 30.1-28-07, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-28-10.1, 30.1-28-12, 30.1-28-12.1, 30.1-28-12.2, 30.1-29-05, 30.1-29-07, 30.1-29-08, 30.1-29-13, 30.1-29-18, 30.1-29-19, 30.1-29-20.1, 30.1-29-22, 30.1-29-25