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Subject to the court's determination of what is in the best interests of the person with a disability, the court shall consider the following persons in the order listed for appointment of the conservator:
(1) The person or persons designated in a writing signed by the alleged person with a disability;
(2) The spouse of the person with a disability;
(3) Any child of the person with a disability;
(4) Closest relative or relatives of the person with a disability;
(5) A district public guardian as described by § 34-7-104; and
(6) Other person or persons.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Tennessee Code Title 34. Guardianship § 34-3-103 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tn/title-34-guardianship/tn-code-sect-34-3-103/
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