Wisconsin § 53.01 - Purpose; construction.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 53.01 — Purpose; construction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53.01. Purpose; construction.
This chapter applies to the process of determining jurisdiction over the person for the purpose of a guardianship proceeding or matter. The chapter is intended to supplement but not replace the procedure for petitioning for a guardianship under ch. 54 and for protective placement or services under ch. 55 . The purpose of this chapter is to resolve potential conflicts regarding jurisdiction between states and to make uniform the laws with respect to this chapter among those states. To the extent there is a conflict in procedure between this chapter and the provisions of ch. 54 or 55 , the procedures in ch. 54 or 55 supersede the conflicting provision of this chapter. 53.01 History History: 2017 a. 187 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 53.01
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 53.01 cover?
Section 53.01 ("Purpose; construction.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin § 53.01?
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