Tex. Est. Code Section 1251.007
Motion for Dismissal of Application

(a)

Subject to Subsection (b), the proposed ward or the proposed ward’s attorney may appear and move for the dismissal of the application for temporary guardianship.

(b)

At least one day before making a motion under Subsection (a), the proposed ward or the proposed ward’s attorney shall provide notice to the party who filed the application for temporary guardianship.

(c)

If a motion is made for dismissal of the application for temporary guardianship, the court shall hear and determine the motion as expeditiously as justice requires.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 823 (H.B. 2759), Sec. 1.02, eff. January 1, 2014.
Sec. 1251.008. RIGHTS OF PROPOSED WARD AT HEARING.At a hearing under this subchapter, the proposed ward has the right to:

(1)

receive prior notice;

(2)

be represented by counsel;

(3)

be present;

(4)

present evidence;

(5)

confront and cross-examine witnesses; and

(6)

a closed hearing if requested by the proposed ward or the proposed ward’s attorney.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 823 (H.B. 2759), Sec. 1.02, eff. January 1, 2014.

Source: Section 1251.007 — Motion for Dismissal of Application, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/ES/htm/ES.­1251.­htm#1251.­007 (accessed May 11, 2024).

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