Legal Question in Family Law in California
Need information about conservatorship
My father has a severe alcohol problem and is a danger to himself and
unable to make financial decisions. He has been in jail and refuses to
stay in rehab. We want to know if a conservatorship is the best option
for dealing with his problem. We want to know if/how we can force him
into rehab or a convalescent facility. Would a power of attorney work in
this case? What are the pros and cons of each approach
(conservatorship, power of attorney or another option) in terms of
expense, difficulty, paperwork, court time, effectiveness, privacy, etc.?
What kind of information becomes public record in a conservatorship?
Can we request that private information be sealed? Also, what can be
done if the rehab facility refuses to keep him because he is a difficult
patient?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Reply: Need information about conservatorship
In a general sense, conservatorship gives the conservator the legal right to make decision on behalf of the conservatee.
For a specific opinion regarding your individual circumstances, I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!
You will find some valuable information on various California family law issues at my web site.
Good luck to you!
Brian Levy, Esq.
www.calattorney.com
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