SB5 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Guardians, probate court, emergency temporary guardians, time of appointment extended, Sec. 26-2A-107 am'd.

Summary

This bill extends the emergency temporary guardianship period in Alabama probate court from 15 days to 30 days.

What This Bill Does

It changes the maximum time a temporary guardian can act in an emergency from 15 to 30 days. It maintains the ability to appoint a temporary guardian with general powers for up to six months when immediate action is needed, suspending any existing permanent guardian's authority during that time. The court may remove the temporary guardian at any time and the guardian must report and comply with court conditions. The act becomes effective immediately after governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Incapacitated individuals who have no current guardian and may need an emergency temporary guardian (they would be under protection for up to 30 days).
• Probate court, permanent guardians, and other interested parties (such as family) involved in guardianship cases, who may see temporary guardians appointed for up to six months and whose authority may be suspended during that period.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 26-2A-107(a) to extend the temporary guardianship period from 15 days to 30 days.
• Retains authority for appointing a temporary guardian with general powers for up to six months when immediate action is needed, suspending any permanent guardian's authority during that time.
• Allows the court to remove a temporary guardian at any time and requires reports and compliance with court conditions.
• Effective date: immediately after governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Civil Procedure