What is the ruling on the stepmother's disposal of the father's money and assets while he is afflicted with Alzheimer's, and her appointing herself as guardian over everyone?
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The stepmother or any of his other children or wives do not have authority over the husband's wealth without a judge's ruling. It is the judge who appoints a guardian to manage the father's wealth in a way that serves the best interests of the interdicted person, both presently and in the future.
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