§ 93-20-306. Rights at hearing

MS Code § 93-20-306 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) At a hearing held under Section 93-20-303, the respondent may:

(a) Present evidence and subpoena witnesses and documents;

(b) Examine witnesses; and

(c) Otherwise participate in the hearing.

(2) Unless excused by the court for good cause shown, a proposed guardian must attend a hearing under Section 93-20-303.

(3) A hearing under Section 93-20-303 must be closed upon request of the respondent and a showing of good cause.

(4) Any person may request to participate in a hearing under Section 93-20-303. The court may grant the request, with or without a hearing, on determining that the best interest of the respondent will be served. The court may impose appropriate conditions on the person’s participation.