{"data":{"id":"us-dc/d.c.-code-21-2003","jurisdiction":"us-dc","citation":"D.C. Code § 21-2003","heading":"Standard of proof.","body":"In proceedings under this chapter for the appointment of a guardian or conservator, either general or limited, or subsequent proceedings in which the powers of a guardian or conservator are sought to be enlarged, the petitioner or moving party shall present clear and convincing evidence that the appointment or enlargement of powers is warranted.","path":["Title 21. Fiduciary Relations and Persons with Mental Illness. [Enacted title]","Chapter 20. Guardianship, Protective Proceedings, and Durable Power of Attorney.","Subchapter I. General Provisions."],"source_url":"https://code.dccouncil.gov/us/dc/council/code/sections/21-2003","current_through":"2026-08-20 (D.C. Law 26-175)","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-08-29T05:44:07Z","sha256":"9b240a67e40f7c0d151f4d511db8f12d3337a12264f9f6871c7afe70d21ce80f","source_id":"us-dc","stale":false,"prev":"us-dc/d.c.-code-21-2002","next":"us-dc/d.c.-code-21-2004"},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}