What is this form for?

This form is an order that appoints a Guardian Ad Litem to review an existing court order about psychotropic medications. It is specifically for the annual review process.

Who fills out this form?

The form is an order issued by the court, which appoints the GAL. It requires information from the ward, the guardian, and the court.

Does this form involve a fee?

The provided text does not mention any filing fees associated with this order.

GN-4240

Order Appointing Guardian Ad Litem (Annual Review of Order Authorizing Involuntary Administration of Psychotropic Medications)

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective May 2, 2019

This form is an order from the court that officially names a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) for a person who has an existing court order allowing them to receive psychotropic medications without their direct consent. It outlines the GAL's duties for reviewing the person's status and rights.

The court describes it as: Order Appointing Guardian Ad Litem (Annual Review of Order Authorizing Involuntary Administration of Psychotropic Medications).

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This form is used when a court needs to conduct an annual review of an existing order that allows for the involuntary administration of psychotropic medications.

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What is this form for?: This form is an order that appoints a Guardian Ad Litem to review an existing court order about psychotropic medications. It is specifically for the annual review process.
Who fills out this form?: The form is an order issued by the court, which appoints the GAL. It requires information from the ward, the guardian, and the court.
Does this form involve a fee?: The provided text does not mention any filing fees associated with this order.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect May 2, 2019.

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