Cal. R. 7.2221

As amended through May 17, 2024

Rule 7.2221 - Papers to be filed

(a) Petition packet (§ 5975)

A petition to commence CARE Act proceedings must be made on Petition to Commence CARE Act Proceedings (form CARE-100). The petition must include either:

(1) A completed Mental Health Declaration-CARE Act Proceedings (form CARE-101); or

(2) The evidence described in section 5975(d)(2).

(b) Acceptance of papers for filing

On receipt of a petition, the clerk must file the petition packet, assign a case number, and place the packet in a confidential file.

Cal. R. Ct. 7.2221

Rule 7.2221 adopted effective 9/1/2023.