HB 5150 Summary

• Establishes the "Connecticut Uniform Adult Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act" effective October 1, 2012, creating uniform rules for determining which state has jurisdiction over conservatorship proceedings for adults.

• Defines jurisdiction based on the respondent's "home state" (where they were physically present for at least 6 consecutive months) or "significant-connection state," with priority given to home state courts and allowing courts to decline jurisdiction if another state is more appropriate.

• Allows Connecticut courts to appoint temporary conservators in emergency situations for up to 60 days if the respondent is physically present in Connecticut, regardless of domicile.

• Permits transfer of existing conservatorships between states through a provisional order process, requiring notice to relevant parties and a finding that the transfer is in the conserved person's best interest.

• Enables registration and recognition of out-of-state conservatorship orders in Connecticut, allowing out-of-state conservators to exercise powers in the state and maintain a public registry of registered orders.