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DOEA > Programs & Services > Office of Public & Professional Guardians (OPPG) > Florida Law Related to Guardianship by: DOEA | Posted: Mar 24, 2021 | Updated: Aug 17, 2023
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Florida Law Related to Guardianship

  • Chapter 744, Florida Statutes
  • Chapter 58M-2, Florida Administrative Code
  • Section 393.12 Guardian Advocacy for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
  • Chapter 394.4598 Guardian Advocacy for Persons with Mental Health Issues
  • COVID-19 DOEA Emergency Order 20-01 Revised (pursuant to Executive Order 20-52)
  • Guidance from the Department of Elder Affairs (RE: DOEA Emergency Order 20-01 Revised)
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