New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 11 - ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Part 5 - ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES LEGAL
Section 8.11.5.18 - TEMPORARY GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.11.5.18

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 6, March 26, 2024

A. In emergency situations the court may appoint a temporary guardian/conservator prior to a hearing on a petition.

B. The department may petition the court to appoint a temporary guardian/conservator.

C. The adult is served within 24 hours of the appointment of a temporary guardian/conservator.

D. If subsequently granted to the temporary guardian/conservator by the court, the authority of any previously court appointed permanent guardian or conservator is suspended.

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