Current through 2024 Regular Session legislation effective June 6, 2024
Section 436.245 - Petition contentThe petition for determination of ability to give informed consent for sterilization shall be executed under oath and shall set forth:
(1) The name, age and residence of the respondent.(2) The names and residences of any parents, spouse, legal guardian or conservator of the respondent.(3) A statement of the facts describing the respondent's alleged inability to give informed consent for sterilization.(4) A statement of facts indicating the likelihood or unlikelihood that the respondent will have the ability to make an informed decision about sterilization in the foreseeable future.(5) A statement of the reasons for which sterilization is sought.(6) The name, position and statement of interest of the person initiating the petition or any person assisting the respondent with a self-initiated petition.