In preparation to petition the court for an order authorizing the provision of protective services, the worker must document the facts which show that:

1. (1) the disabled adult is being abused, neglected, or exploited; and
2. (2) the adult lacks the capacity to consent to such services.

History Note: Authority G.S. 143B‑153;
Eff. November 1, 1983;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. May 20, 2017.