In the Matter of the Protective Proceedings of Tammy J.

Summary

The court affirmed the appointment of a public guardian for a developmentally disabled adult over her parents' objections. It held that the superior court properly exercised its discretion under the guardianship statute to override the parents' priority because the appointment served Tammy's best interests, including her access to developmental services, family relationships, and greater independence. The court also held that substantive due process did not require clear and convincing proof that the parents were unfit before appointing a public guardian. No separate opinions were filed.