ND SB2164

Allows advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to be appointed alongside physicians and clinical psychologists to examine proposed wards in guardianship proceedings and submit written reports to the court.

Permits APRNs to be appointed as visitors in conservatorship proceedings to interview persons requiring protection and assess their capacity.

Enables APRNs to receive reasonable compensation from the ward's or protected person's estate for services rendered in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.

Modifies notice requirements in guardianship proceedings to include the appointed APRN alongside physicians and clinical psychologists when notifying relevant parties.

Applies changes to sections 30.1-28-03, 30.1-28-09, 30.1-29-07, and 30.1-29-14 of the North Dakota Century Code to incorporate APRNs into existing guardian and conservator appointment procedures.