Just as a witness can be impeached a conservatee's statements can be used against them in court. It is common issue in family court that any witnesses can be impeached no matter what credentials or where they stand. Same with LPS conservatorship court. The conservatee can be confused by the process and in the middle of testifying they can make mistakes in what they say leading to county counsel can lead the patient to make inconsistent statements. Use of legaleese, leading questions, and challenging their perceptions. In this case it is not the conservatee's fault as the court system is already complicated.
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