In re Elizabeth R.

*446The petitioner commenced this proceeding to have a guardian appointed on behalf of her sister, Elizabeth R, alleging that Elizabeth R. was incapable of handling her personal and financial needs due to her use of drugs and alcohol. The Supreme Court dismissed the petition and imposed sanctions upon the appellants, finding that the commencing and continuing of this proceeding was frivolous pursuant to 22 NYCRR 130-1.1. We hold that the imposition of sanctions was within the court’s discretion.

Conduct is frivolous and can be sanctioned under the court rule if "it is completely without merit * *…