A public guardian or conservator may not be appointed if the court determines that a suitable private guardian or conservator is available and willing to assume the responsibilities of a guardian or conservator.
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 18-C, § 5-702
Priority of private guardian or conservator
PL 2017, c. 402, Pt
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