Mental Capacity Act 2005
2005 CHAPTER 9
Commentary on Sections
Part 2: the Court of Protection and the Public Guardian
Court of Protection Visitors
Section 61: Court of Protection Visitors
153.Court of Protection Visitors are appointed to carry out visits and produce reports, as directed by the court (section 49(2)) or the Public Guardian (section 58(1)(d)) in relation to those who lack capacity. Their functions and powers are similar to those of Lord Chancellor’s Visitors appointed under Part 7 of the Mental Health Act 1983.
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