Ark. Code Ann. § 28-65-210: Proof required for appointment of guardian

Before appointing a guardian, the court must be satisfied that:

(1) The person for whom a guardian is prayed is either a minor or otherwise incapacitated;

(2) A guardianship is desirable to protect the interests of the incapacitated person; and

(3) The person to be appointed guardian is qualified and suitable to act as such.