The Maryland Petition for Guardianship of Alleged Disabled Person is a legal document used when an individual seeks to become a legal guardian of a disabled person in Maryland. This petition requests the court to appoint a guardian for the alleged disabled person, who is unable to care for themselves or make decisions due to a mental or physical disability. The petition must be filed in the circuit court of the county where the disabled person resides. The petition must include information about the alleged disabled person, including their name, age, residence, and the nature of the disability. It must also provide a description of the guardianship requested, such as whether the guardian will have full or limited powers, and the proposed guardian’s qualifications. There are two types of Maryland Petition for Guardianship of Alleged Disabled Person: Guardianship of the Person and Guardianship of the Estate. Guardianship of the Person is the appointment of a legal guardian to make decisions on behalf of the disabled person concerning their health care, living arrangements, and other matters of personal care. Guardianship of the Estate is the appointment of a guardian to manage the disabled person’s financial affairs.