An initial order for a guardian to consent to involuntary treatment with prescribed mood stabilizer or antipsychotic medication may not exceed ninety days, unless the court is presented with evidence that the ward will continue to require treatment beyond the ninety-day period with the prescribed medication and the ward has historically declined treatment with subsequent harm to self or others. If the court determines the ward will continue to require treatment beyond the ninety-day period and orders continuing treatment, the order for a guardian to consent to continuing treatment may not exceed the term of the appointment of the guardian.

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 30.1-28-18

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.