The Mental Inquest and Guardianship Department works with individuals petitioning the court for:

Emergency or permanent guardianship of an individual who can no longer manage his or her personal care or finances.

Involuntary commitment/treatment of an adult.

Involuntary admission of a mentally handicapped person.

The department handles the intake of petitions for involuntary commitment/treatment (issuance of mental inquest warrants), new disability petitions, modification/termination of guardianship and restoration of rights. The department also processes motions/ pleadings, annual financial reports and judicial orders.