N.J. Admin. Code § 10:43-4.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10:43-4.2 - Temporary guardian

(a) Upon the filing of a verified complaint in the court to declare a person incapacitated, the verified complaint may also request the appointment of a temporary guardian pursuant to 3B:12-24.1(c).

(b) If the service component identifies a need for a temporary guardian, the administrative head of the service component or his or her designee shall notify the Chief of BGS.

(c) If the Chief of BGS agrees that there is a critical need for a guardian in order to protect the health, safety and well-being of the individual, due to the risk of substantial harm or jeopardy of the physical or mental health, safety and well being of the individual, the Chief shall request that the court appoint a temporary guardian pending the completion of a capacity hearing.

(d) The appointment of a temporary guardian is not an adjudication of incapacity and limits only the legal rights of the individual that are specified in the court order appointing the temporary guardian.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:43-4.2