Rule 313 Initial Hearing on Petition for Appointment of a Guardian or Conservator

or for a Protective Order

(a) IN GENERAL. The court must hold an initial hearing on a petition for appointment of a guardian or conservator or for a protective order.

(b) COURT ORDERS. At the initial hearing, the court may:

(1) enter an order disposing of the petition;

(2) enter an order for temporary relief; or

(3) enter scheduling orders, orders for discovery, or other appropriate orders for any subsequent proceeding.

(c) PRESENTING EVIDENCE. Unless the court orders otherwise, each party or person granted permission to participate may present evidence in support of the relief sought by that party or participant.