In the Matter of the Protective Proceedings of Melissa A.

Summary

The Alaska Supreme Court affirmed the appointment of the public guardian as Melissa A.'s full guardian with conservatorship powers. It held that the superior court did not abuse its discretion in finding Melissa's uncle unqualified because of concerns about his ability to manage her benefits and maintain stable housing, and that the court properly declined to appoint Melissa's mother because she did not request appointment. The court also found no procedural irregularities in the record.