Allows court to consider previous care when granting letters of guardianship for incapacitated person.

This bill (S 2818) changes how New Jersey courts appoint guardians for adults who are legally incapacitated. It adds a new factor for courts to consider: individuals who provided previous care in the best interest of the incapacitated person or their estate. The bill maintains the existing priority order (spouse/domestic partner first, then heirs/friends), but clarifies courts must now also weigh evidence of prior caregiving. This applies directly to courts making guardianship decisions and to people seeking guardianship appointments.