Section 524.5-316 Reports; Monitoring of Guardianship; Court Orders

MINNESOTA STATUTES AND CODES

Section 524.5-316 Reports; Monitoring of Guardianship; Court Orders

524.5-316 REPORTS; MONITORING OF GUARDIANSHIP; COURT ORDERS.

(a) A guardian shall report to the court in writing on the condition of the ward at least annually and whenever ordered by the court. A copy of the report must be provided to the ward and to interested persons of record with the court. A report must state or contain:

(1) the current mental, physical, and social condition of the ward;

(2) the living arrangements for all addresses of the ward during the reporting period;

(3) any restrictions placed on the ward's right to communication and visitation with persons of the ward's choice and the factual bases for those restrictions;

(4) the medical, educational, vocational, and other services provided to the ward and the guardian's opinion as to the adequacy of the ward's care;

(5) a recommendation as to the need for continued guardianship and any recommended changes in the scope of the guardianship;

(6) an address and telephone number where the guardian can be contacted;

(7) whether the guardian has ever been removed for cause from serving as a guardian or conservator and, if so, the case number and court location;

(8) any changes occurring that would affect the accuracy of information contained in the most recent criminal background study of the guardian conducted under section 524.5-118; and

(9) if applicable, the amount of reimbursement for services rendered to the ward that the guardian received during the previous year that were not reimbursed by county contract.

(b) A ward or interested person of record with the court may submit to the court a written statement disputing statements or conclusions regarding the condition of the ward that are contained in the report and may petition the court for an order that is in the best interests of the ward or for other appropriate relief.

(c) An interested person may notify the court in writing that the interested person does not wish to receive copies of reports required under this section.

(d) The court may appoint a visitor to review a report, interview the ward or guardian, and make any other investigation the court directs.

(e) The court shall establish a system for monitoring guardianships, including the filing and review of annual reports. If an annual report is not filed within 60 days of the required date, the court shall issue an order to show cause.