N.Y. Mental Hygiene Law Section 81.27
Commission to guardian

Within five days after the guardian has filed a designation under section 81.26 of this article, and has filed a bond in accordance with the provisions of section 81.25 of this article unless the court has waived the filing of the bond or unless the guardian’s appointment is pursuant to section 81.23 of this article, the clerk of the court shall issue a commission which shall state:

1.

the title of the proceeding and the name, address, and telephone number of the incapacitated person; and

2.

the name, address, and telephone number of the guardian and the specific powers of such guardian; and

3.

the date when the appointment of the guardian was ordered by the court; and

4.

the date on which the appointment terminates if one has been ordered by the court.

Source: Section 81.27 — Commission to guardian, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/MHY/81.­27 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Nov. 29, 2025).

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