This subchapter provides the exclusive jurisdictional basis for the Superior Court to appoint a guardian or issue a protective order for an adult.
(Nov. 25, 2008, D.C. Law 17-270, § 2(b), 55 DCR 11018.)
Uniform Law: This section is based upon § 202 of the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act.
Structure District of Columbia Code
Title 21 - Fiduciary Relations and Persons with Mental Illness. [Enacted title]
Chapter 24 - Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction; Uniform Act
§ 21–2402.01. Definitions; significant connection factors
§ 21–2402.04. Special jurisdiction
§ 21–2402.05. Exclusive and continuing jurisdiction
§ 21–2402.06. Appropriate forum
§ 21–2402.07. Jurisdiction declined by reason of conduct