Judicial appointment of guardian; professional evaluation

15A V.I.C. § 5-306 — under Protection of Persons Under Disability and Their Property.

15A V.I.C. § 5-306

(1) At or before a hearing under this part, the Court may order a professional evaluation of the respondent and shall order the evaluation if the respondent so demands. If the Court orders the evaluation, the respondent must be examined by a physician, psychologist, or other individual appointed by the Court who is qualified to evaluate the respondent’s alleged impairment. The examiner shall promptly file a written report with the Court. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, the report must contain:(1) a description of the nature, type, and extent of the respondent’s specific cognitive and functional limitations;(2) an evaluation of the respondent’s mental and physical condition and, if appropriate, educational potential, adaptive behavior, and social skills;(3) a prognosis for improvement and a recommendation as to the appropriate treatment or habilitation plan; and(4) the date of any assessment or examination upon which the report is based.

(1) a description of the nature, type, and extent of the respondent’s specific cognitive and functional limitations;

(2) an evaluation of the respondent’s mental and physical condition and, if appropriate, educational potential, adaptive behavior, and social skills;

(3) a prognosis for improvement and a recommendation as to the appropriate treatment or habilitation plan; and

(4) the date of any assessment or examination upon which the report is based.