A conservatorship is a court process where a judge decides whether you can care for your own health, food, clothing, shelter, finances, or personal needs. A judge can take some of these important rights away from you.

This pub tells you about the process for a “Lanterman-Petris Short Act” or LPS hearing. This type of hearing decides whether you are gravely disabled and have a mental disorder. The pub helps you understand what happens in the courtroom. It tells you what to do if you lose your hearing.

This pub explains what a conservator is. It explains what a conservator is supposed to do and what they can do.

This pub tells you about year-long mental health conservatorships. It tells you how to challenge conservatorships in court. It has frequently asked questions. It has sample court papers.