Northern Territory Consolidated Acts Northern Territory Consolidated Acts(1) The Public Guardian, a near relative of, or a person who has provided or is providing substantial care and attention for a person under a disability may apply to the Court for an order appointing an adult guardian in respect of that person.
(2) A court may direct any person to make an application under this section in respect of a person under a disability.
(4) The Registrar of the Local Court shall, as soon as practicable after an application under this section has been lodged, advise the Executive Officer of the application.