Revises and updates law pertaining to guardianship to encourage ethical conduct by guardians and to provide stronger protections for wards and proposed wards.

This bill requires courts to appoint independent lawyers for adults needing guardianship (wards or proposed wards) and mandates that lawyers personally interview them. It creates clearer rules for limited guardianships, requiring courts to specify exactly which decisions a ward can still make and to choose the least restrictive option for their rights. New safeguards also apply to temporary guardians appointed before a full hearing, limiting their authority to urgent needs and requiring court approval for fees. The bill is currently pending in the Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee.