Alaska Instructions for Adult Guardianship Petition include: 1. Petition for Guardianship: This is used by a person seeking to become the guardian of an adult who is unable to make decisions regarding his or her personal and/or financial affairs due to mental incapacity. The petition must be filed in the court where the adult resides. 2. Notice of Hearing: Once the petition is filed, a hearing must be scheduled to determine whether guardianship is appropriate. Notice of the hearing must be sent to the adult in question, any relatives or other interested persons, and the state's Office of Public Advocacy. 3. Appointment of Guardian: After the hearing, the court will decide whether to appoint a guardian. The court may appoint a guardian ad item to represent the interests of the adult in question. 4. Bond of Guardian: The court may require the guardian to post a bond to ensure that the adult's funds are used appropriately. 5. Order of Guardianship: Once all the requirements are met, the court will issue an Order of Guardianship. This document outlines the guardian's duties and responsibilities. 6. Accounting: The guardian is required to file an accounting with the court each year, detailing all transactions involving the adult's funds. 7. Termination of Guardianship: If the adult is found to be competent, or if the guardian is no longer needed, the guardianship can be terminated. The court must approve the termination.