Instructions To File Petition To Accept Adult Guardianship And/Or Conservatorship From Sending State - Colorado 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. Begin by completing the required forms. Ensure you have a certified copy of the provisional order from the sending state, as this is essential for notifying Colorado courts of your intentions.
3. Fill out the Petition Requesting Colorado to Accept Guardianship/Conservatorship (JDF 783). Complete all applicable sections and attach necessary documents such as the provisional order and supporting letters.
4. File your completed documents with the court and pay the $166 filing fee. The court will assign a case number.
5. Mail JDF 712 – Notice of Non-Appearance Hearing to all interested persons listed in your petition, ensuring compliance with notification requirements.
6. After filing, wait for a non-appearance hearing where the court will review your documents. If approved, obtain a certified copy of the Provisional Order to Accept.
7. Finalize by submitting any additional required forms once you receive a Final Order from the sending state.

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