Who fills out this form?

This form is an order issued by the court, meaning the judge or court staff completes it. It is titled 'Ex Parte Order.'

What does this order relate to?

It relates to a request to complete the Capacity Declaration, which is used in conservatorship cases.

Does this form require a hearing?

The order can state that notice of the hearing on the application should be dispensed with, meaning a hearing might not be needed for this specific order.

GC-334Mandatory

Ex Parte Order Re Completion of Capacity Declaration—HIPAA

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026

This form is an official court order that tells people the judge's decision about a request to allow certain people to fill out a specific document called the Capacity Declaration. It confirms if the court allows the Declaration to be completed and returned to the court.

The court describes it as: States the court's decision regarding a request made in an Ex Parte Application for Order Authorizing Completion of Capacity Declaration-HIPAA.

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This form is used after someone has asked the court, outside of a regular hearing, for permission to complete the Capacity Declaration. It is used in cases dealing with conservatorships.

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Who fills out this form?: This form is an order issued by the court, meaning the judge or court staff completes it. It is titled 'Ex Parte Order.'
What does this order relate to?: It relates to a request to complete the Capacity Declaration, which is used in conservatorship cases.
Does this form require a hearing?: The order can state that notice of the hearing on the application should be dispensed with, meaning a hearing might not be needed for this specific order.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.

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