Nebraska § 30-608 - County court procedure; petition; guardian ad litem; hearing.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 30-608 — County court procedure; petition; guardian ad litem; hearing., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-608. County court procedure; petition; guardian ad litem; hearing.
If a dispute arises as to whether the individual is incapable, a petition may be filed with the county court in the county in which the individual resides or is located requesting the court's determination as to whether the individual is incapable of making health care decisions. If such a petition is filed, the court shall appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the individual. The court shall conduct a hearing on the petition within seven days after the court's receipt of the petition. Within seven days after the hearing, the court shall issue its determination. If the court determines that the individual is incapable, the authority, rights, and responsibilities of the individual's surrogate shall become effective. If the court determines that the individual is capable, the authority, rights, and responsibilities of the surrogate shall not become effective.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 30-608
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 30-608 cover?
Section 30-608 ("County court procedure; petition; guardian ad litem; hearing.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 30-608?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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