§ 1751 Petition for appointment; by whom made

If someone has an intellectual or developmental disability, certain people can ask the court to appoint a guardian to help manage their personal care, their money and property, or both. This request is made by filing a petition with the court.

A few different people can file this petition. A parent can do it. Any other adult who is at least 18 years old and has a real interest in helping the person can also file, and this includes organizations or corporations that are qualified to act as guardians under this law. Finally, the disabled person themselves can file the petition on their own behalf, as long as they are 18 or older.

In short, this rule says who is allowed to start the legal process of getting a guardian appointed. It opens the door to parents, concerned adults, qualified organizations, and even the person who may need help, giving them all a way to bring the request before the court.