§560:5-306  Judicial appointment of
guardian; professional evaluation.  At or before a hearing under this part,
the court may order a professional evaluation of the respondent and shall order
the evaluation if the respondent so demands.  If the court orders the
evaluation, the respondent shall be examined by a physician, psychologist, or
other individual appointed by the court who is qualified to evaluate the
respondent's alleged impairment.  The examiner shall promptly file a written
report with the court.  Unless otherwise directed by the court, the report
shall contain:



(1)  A description of the nature, type, and extent of
the respondent's specific cognitive and functional limitations;



(2)  An evaluation of the respondent's mental and
physical condition and, if appropriate, educational potential, adaptive
behavior, and social skills;



(3)  A prognosis for improvement and a recommendation
as to the appropriate treatment or habilitation plan; and



(4)  The date of any assessment or examination upon
which the report is based. [L 2004, c 161, pt of §1]