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29-3-14-2. “Supported Decision Making Agreement”

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, “supported decision making agreement” means a document that outlines the decision making supports and accommodations the adult chooses to receive from one (1) or more supporters. As added by P.L.68-2019, SEC.4.

29-3.5-1-5. Requests of Out-of-State Courts

Sec. 5. (a) In a guardianship or protective proceeding in this state, a court of this state may request the appropriate court of another state to do any of the following: (1) Hold an evidentiary hearing. (2) Order a person in that state to produce or give evidence pursuant to procedures of that state. (3) […]

29-3-14-3. “Supporter”

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, “supporter” means a person at least eighteen (18) years of age who has voluntarily agreed to assist an adult in the decision making process as outlined in the adult’s supported decision making agreement. As added by P.L.68-2019, SEC.4.

29-3.5-1-6. Testimony of Out-of-State Witnesses

Sec. 6. (a) In a guardianship or protective proceeding, in addition to other procedures that may be available, testimony of witnesses who are 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 […]

29-3-14-4. Supported Decision Making Agreements; Execution and Revocation

Sec. 4. (a) An adult may not enter into a supported decision making agreement unless the adult: (1) enters into the agreement voluntarily and without coercion or undue influence; and (2) understands the nature and effect of the agreement. (b) An adult may make, change, or revoke a supported decision making agreement even if the […]

29-3.5-2-1. Considerations in Determining Jurisdiction

Sec. 1. In determining under section 3 of this chapter and IC 29-3.5-3-1(d) whether a respondent has a significant connection with a particular state, the court shall consider: (1) the location of the respondent’s family and other persons required to be notified of the guardianship or protective proceeding; (2) the length of time the respondent […]

29-3-14-5. Supporter Responsibilities; Prohibited Acts

Sec. 5. (a) A supporter must: (1) support the will and preference of the adult, and not the supporter’s opinion of the adult’s best interests; (2) act honestly, diligently, and in good faith; (3) act within the scope set forth in the adult’s supported decision making agreement; (4) avoid conflicts of interest; and (5) notify […]

29-3-14-6. Communication of a Request or Decision

Sec. 6. A request or decision made or communicated with the assistance of a supporter in conformity with this chapter shall be recognized as the request or decision of the adult for the purposes of any provision of law. As added by P.L.68-2019, SEC.4.

29-3-14-7. Supported Decision Making Agreements; Requirements

Sec. 7. (a) A supported decision making agreement must: (1) name at least one (1) supporter; (2) describe the decision making assistance that each supporter may provide to the adult and how supporters may work together; and (3) if appropriate, be executed by the adult’s guardian. (b) A supported decision making agreement may: (1) appoint […]