Cher Denied Conservatorship Over Son, Judge to Revisit in March
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Jessica A Uzcategui has denied Cher's attempt to secure a conservatorship for her 47-year-old son, Elijah Blue Allman in a recent court hearing.
Cher had expressed concerns about Allman's mental health and substance abuse as a result of the large payments he received from the trust of his late father, claiming that it could be used as funding for unsafe habits. Although the judge rejected the temporary conservatorship, she expressed openness to reconsidering a larger, long-term arrangement in March.
During the hearing, Allman, accompanied by his legal team, faced scrutiny over his past struggles. His attorneys argued that he is currently in a positive state, attending meetings, receiving treatment, and reconciling with his estranged wife, Marieangela King.
Cher's lawyers argued that the support Allman receives is from individuals downplaying the severity of his issues, emphasising his bipolar disorder, recent homelessness, and the potential risks associated with large amounts of money. Allman's legal team consistently refuted these claims.
It has been stated by Cher’s legal team that Cher is not necessarily seeking direct control over Allman's finances, and is willing to have a court-appointed fiduciary manage them. The judge acknowledged Cher's concerns, stating, "I don't question Cher's concerns being driven by concern for her son," but she found much of the argument to be based on hypotheticals and fears.
The issue of court conservatorship has gained increased public attention, notably following Britney Spears' case, where she lost control of her life and finances for nearly 14 years under a conservatorship imposed in 2008. Cher's case reflects a broader trend of scrutiny on such legal arrangements, drawing attention to the balance between protecting individuals and respecting their autonomy.
