Guardianship and Administration Act 2000

The tribunal may, by order, appoint a guardian for a restrictive practice matter for an adult if the tribunal is satisfied—

the adult has impaired capacity for the matter; and

the adult’s behaviour has previously resulted in harm to the adult or others; and

there is a need for a decision about the matter; and

without the appointment—

the adult’s behaviour is likely to cause harm to the adult or others; and

the adult’s interests will not be adequately protected.

The appointment may be on terms considered appropriate by the tribunal.

The appointment has effect for the period stated in the order.

The period for which the appointment has effect must not be more than 2 years from the day the order is made.

Subsections (3) and (4) apply subject to sections 26 and 31.

The tribunal may make the appointment on its own initiative, or on an application under section 80ZP.

This section does not limit the application of chapter 3 to the appointment.