Queensland Consolidated Acts

GUARDIANSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION ACT 2000 - SECT 125

125 Representative may be appointed

(1) If, in a proceeding before the tribunal—

(a) the adult concerned in the proceeding is not represented in the proceeding; or

(b) the adult is represented in the proceeding by an agent the tribunal considers to be inappropriate to represent the adult’s interests;

the tribunal may appoint a representative to represent the adult’s views, wishes and interests.

(2) A proceeding may be adjourned to allow the appointment to be made.

(3) A representative appointed under subsection (1) must—

(a) have regard to any expressed or demonstrated views, wishes and preferences of the adult; and

(b) to the greatest extent practicable, present the adult’s views, wishes and preferences to the tribunal; and

(c) promote and safeguard the adult’s rights, interests and opportunities.