Notice To Prospective Ward Of Application And Hearing {17.3}

FORM 17.3 - NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE WARD OF APPLICATION AND HEARING. This form from the Probate Court of Stark County, Ohio serves to notify an individual (the "prospective ward") that an application has been filed for the appointment of a (limited) guardian for their person and/or estate. The notice provides the details of the hearing, including the date, time, and location of the hearing. Additionally, the form informs the prospective ward of their rights in the proceedings. These rights include the ability to attend the hearing to contest the application and be represented by an attorney of their choice, the right to have a friend or family member present at the hearing, and the right to present evidence from an independent expert evaluation. The notice also outlines that if the prospective ward is indigent, they are entitled to have an attorney and an independent expert evaluator appointed at court expense. If the ward is indigent and appeals the guardianship decision, they are entitled to have an attorney appointed and necessary transcripts prepared at no cost. The form includes a return section to confirm that the notice was properly served to the prospective ward. www.FormsWorkflow.com