Relates to compensation of individuals appointed by the court as court evaluators in guardianship matters

Senate Bill S 8086 revises the rules for compensating individuals appointed by the court as evaluators in guardianship proceedings. The bill allows courts to award reasonable compensation to these evaluators, including the Mental Hygiene Legal Service, regardless of whether the guardianship petition is granted or denied. This compensation can be paid by the petitioner, the person alleged to be incapacitated, or their estate, in proportions the court deems fair. It also adds a provision for evaluator compensation if the person alleged to be incapacitated dies before a final determination is made in the proceeding.