Before appointing a guardian, the court must be satisfied that:
(1) The person for whom a guardian is prayed is either a minor or otherwise incapacitated;
(2) A guardianship is desirable to protect the interests of the incapacitated person; and
(3) The person to be appointed guardian is qualified and suitable to act as such.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 28 - Wills, Estates, and Fiduciary Relationships
Subtitle 5 - Fiduciary Relationships
Chapter 65 - Guardians Generally
§ 28-65-201. For whom guardian may be appointed
§ 28-65-203. Qualifications of guardian
§ 28-65-206. Single guardianship for two or more incapacitated persons
§ 28-65-207. Notice of hearing for appointment
§ 28-65-208. Notice of other hearings
§ 28-65-209. Request for special notice of hearings
§ 28-65-210. Proof required for appointment of guardian
§ 28-65-211. Determination of incapacity — Evidence required
§ 28-65-213. Hearing — Effect of determinations
§ 28-65-214. Guardianship order
§ 28-65-216. Issuance of letters
§ 28-65-218. Temporary guardian
§ 28-65-219. Substitution — Removal