Hearing
A guardianship hearing will be set within 30 days of the date the petition was filed with the court. The person alleged to need guardianship (respondent) must be served with a summons and a copy of the petition. At the hearing, evidence is presented about the respondent’s mental faculties, health, lifestyle, housing, and finances. The respondent has the right to a jury trial, to be represented by an attorney, to present evidence, and to cross-examine witnesses.