GUARDIANSHIP OF ADULTS ACT 2016 (NO 15 OF 2016) - SECT 66 Obtaining health assessment
GUARDIANSHIP OF ADULTS ACT 2016 (NO 15 OF 2016) - SECT 66
Obtaining health assessment(1) This section applies if the Public Guardian reasonably believes that a matter relating to the health of an adult is relevant to the performance or exercise of the Public Guardian's functions or powers under this Act.
(2) The Public Guardian may, by written notice, request the adult to obtain, and provide to the Public Guardian, a report on the matter from:
(a) a health care provider chosen by the Public Guardian; or
(b) an appropriate health care provider chosen by the adult.
(3) If the Public Guardian is satisfied that it is reasonable in the circumstances to do so, the Public Guardian may pay the reasonable expenses incurred by the adult in obtaining the report.