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§ 29-11-6. Procedure for Testimony of Out of State Witnesses

In a guardianship proceeding or conservatorship proceeding, in addition to other procedures that may be available, testimony of a witness who is located in another state may be offered by deposition or other means allowable in this state for testimony taken in another state. The court on its own motion may order that the testimony […]

§ 29-11-10. Determination of Connection With State

In determining under Code Section 29-11-12 and subsection (e) of Code Section 29-11-20 whether a respondent has a significant connection with a particular state, the court shall consider: The location of the respondent’s family and other persons required to be notified of the guardianship proceeding or conservatorship proceeding; The length of time the respondent at […]

§ 29-11-11. Exclusive Jurisdiction for Appointment

This article provides the exclusive jurisdictional basis for a court of this state to appoint a guardian or issue a conservatorship order for an adult. History. Code 1981, § 29-11-11 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 563, § 1/HB 954.