An alleged incapacitated person shall not be permitted by the court to consent to the appointment of a guardian. All the procedural safeguards contained in N.M. Stat. Ann. Chapter 45, Article 5 pursuant to the appointment of a guardian for an incapacitated person shall apply in every guardianship proceeding.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 45-5-315

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.