11.130.700 – Definitions.
RCW 11.130.700 Definitions. The definitions in this section apply throughout this section and RCW 11.130.705 through 11.130.755 unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) “Disability” means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. (2) “Supported decision-making agreement” is an agreement between an adult […]
11.130.705 – Purpose.
RCW 11.130.705 Purpose. The purpose of RCW 11.130.700 through 11.130.755 is to recognize a less restrictive alternative to guardianship for adults with disabilities who need assistance with decisions regarding daily living. [ 2020 c 312 § 602.] NOTES: Effective dates—2020 c 312: See note following RCW 11.130.915.
11.130.710 – Presumption of capacity.
RCW 11.130.710 Presumption of capacity. (1) All adults are presumed to be capable of managing their affairs. (2) The manner in which an adult communicates with others is not grounds for deciding that the adult is incapable of managing the adult’s affairs. (3) Execution of a supported decision-making agreement may not be used as evidence […]
11.130.715 – Scope.
RCW 11.130.715 Scope. An adult with a disability may voluntarily, without undue influence or coercion, enter into a supported decision-making agreement with a supporter under which the adult with a disability authorizes the supporter to do any or all of the following: (1) Provide supported decision making, including assistance in understanding the options, responsibilities, and […]
11.130.720 – Authority of supporter.
RCW 11.130.720 Authority of supporter. A supporter may exercise the authority granted to the supporter in the supported decision-making agreement. [ 2020 c 312 § 605.] NOTES: Effective dates—2020 c 312: See note following RCW 11.130.915.
11.130.725 – Term.
RCW 11.130.725 Term. (1) Except as provided by subsection (2) of this section, the supported decision-making agreement extends until terminated by either party or by the terms of the agreement. (2) The supported decision-making agreement is terminated if: (a) The department of social and health services finds that the adult with a disability has been […]
11.130.730 – Disqualification of supporter.
RCW 11.130.730 Disqualification of supporter. The following are disqualified from acting as a supporter: (1) A person who is an employer or employee of the adult with a disability, unless the person is an immediate family member of the adult with a disability; (2) A person directly providing paid support services to the adult with […]
11.130.635 – Appointment of special agent.
RCW 11.130.635 Appointment of special agent. The court may appoint a special agent, to assist in implementing a protective arrangement under this article. The special agent has the authority conferred by the order of appointment and serves until discharged by court order. [ 2019 c 437 § 512.]
11.130.640 – Use of forms.
RCW 11.130.640 Use of forms. Unless otherwise provided in this chapter, use of the forms contained in this article is optional. Failure to use these forms does not prejudice any party. [ 2019 c 437 § 601.]
11.130.645 – Petition for guardianship for minor.
RCW 11.130.645 Petition for guardianship for minor. This form may be used to petition for guardianship for a minor. Petition for Guardianship for Minor State of:. . . . County of:. . . . Name and address of attorney representing petitioner, if applicable:. . . . . . . . . . . . Note […]