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Haw. Rev. Stat. § 560:5-306: Judicial appointment of guardian; professional evaluation.

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  1. Hawaii Code
  2. Division 3
  3. Title 30A
  4. Chapter 560

At or before a hearing under this part, the court may order a professional evaluation of the respondent and shall order the evaluation if the respondent so demands. If the court orders the evaluation, the respondent shall be examined by a physician, psychologist, or other individual appointed by the court who is qualified to evaluate the respondent's alleged impairment. The examiner shall promptly file a written report with the court. Unless otherwise directed by the court, the report shall contain:

(1) A description of the nature, type, and extent of the respondent's specific cognitive and functional limitations;

(2) An evaluation of the respondent's mental and physical condition and, if appropriate, educational potential, adaptive behavior, and social skills;

(3) A prognosis for improvement and a recommendation as to the appropriate treatment or habilitation plan; and

(4) The date of any assessment or examination upon which the report is based.

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