Any person who has been declared incompetent by any court, may file a petition at any time to amend guardianship or to have his legal competency restored. The petition may be filed in the court that resolved that the person was incompetent, or in the court in whose jurisdiction the person resides. The petition shall be accompanied by a certification from the psychiatrist and by the notice of release from the institution. The psychiatrist’s certification shall include the extent of the patient’s ability to manage him/herself and his/her property. If said certification is not attached, the court may appoint a psychiatrist to examine the patient and file the certification of his/her competency. History —Oct. 2, 2000, No. 408, § 15.06, eff. 90 days after Oct. 2, 2000.
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