In the matter of K [2011] JRC 090 (27 April 2011)

In the matter of K [2011] JRC 090 (27 April 2011)

The Court found, based on consistent and unchallenged medical evidence, that K is not capable of managing her own affairs and that a curator is necessary.

Citation
[2011] JRC 090
Parties
Applicant: Solicitor General; Subject: K; Respondent: A
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
27 April 2011
Procedural Posture
Application for Appointment of Curator / Decision on Necessity of Curator
Outcome
application for appointment of curator granted as to necessity; decision on identity of curator adjourned
Legal Topics
Curatorship, Capacity to Manage Affairs, Appointment of Curator
Mental Health Law Elder Law Curatorship Capacity to Manage Affairs Appointment of Curator

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Parties

Solicitor General

Applicant

K

Subject

A

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Application for Appointment of Curator / Decision on Necessity of Curator

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether K is capable of managing her own affairs
  2. 2 Whether a curator should be appointed for K

Ratio Decidendi

The Court found, based on consistent and unchallenged medical evidence, that K is not capable of managing her own affairs and that a curator is necessary.

Court Disposition

application for appointment of curator granted as to necessity; decision on identity of curator adjourned

Orders

  • A curator shall be appointed for K
  • Decision on who shall be appointed as curator is adjourned