The Court of Protection Rules 2017

Application of these Rules in relation to Schedule 3 applicationsE+W

This section has no associated Explanatory Memorandum

23.3.—(1) These Rules and accompanying practice directions apply in relation to Schedule 3 applications as if for “P” there were substituted “ the adult ”.

(2) For the purposes of rule 1.2(4) and Part 17, the question of whether the adult has capacity to conduct proceedings in relation to a Schedule 3 application is to be determined in accordance with Part 1 of the Act.

(3) The permission of the court is not required for a Schedule 3 application.