8 chapters · 265 sections in this title.
Fla. Stat. § 744.3115 Advance directives for health care
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In each proceeding in which a guardian is appointed under this chapter, the court shall determine whether the ward, prior to incapacity, has executed any valid advance directive under chapter 765.(1) For purposes of this section, the term “health care decision” has the same meani…
Fla. Stat. § 744.312 Considerations in appointment of guardian
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(1) If the person designated is qualified to serve pursuant to s. 744.309, the court shall appoint any standby guardian or preneed guardian, unless the court determines that appointing such person is contrary to the best interests of the ward.(2) If a guardian cannot be appointed…
Fla. Stat. § 744.3125 Application for appointment
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(1) Every prospective guardian must complete an application for appointment as guardian. The application must list the person’s qualifications to serve as a guardian.(2) A person may not be appointed a guardian unless the person discloses in the application form the names of all …
Fla. Stat. § 744.3135 Credit and criminal investigation
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(1) The court shall require all guardians who are seeking appointment by the court, other than a corporate guardian as described in s. 744.309(4), and all employees of a professional guardian, other than a corporate guardian as described in s. 744.309(4), who have a fiduciary res…