§ 13–201
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts § 13-201 (2026)
Title 13. Protection of Minors, Disabled Persons, Susceptible Adults, and Older Adults
Subtitle 2
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(a)
On petition, and after any notice or hearing prescribed by law or the Maryland Rules, the court may appoint a guardian of the property of a minor or a disabled person.
(b)
A guardian shall be appointed if the court determines that:
(1)
A minor owns or is entitled to property that requires management or protection; or
(2)
Funds are needed for the minor’s support, care, welfare, and education and protection is necessary or desirable to obtain or provide funds.
(c)
A guardian shall be appointed if the court determines that:
(1)
The person is unable to manage effectively the person’s property and affairs because of physical or mental disability, disease, habitual drunkenness, addiction to drugs, imprisonment, compulsory hospitalization, detention by a foreign power, or disappearance; and
(2)
The person has or may be entitled to property or benefits which require proper management.