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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the petition appointment guardian in the editor.
Begin by filling in the child's information, including their name and date of birth. Ensure accuracy as this is crucial for legal proceedings.
Identify the petitioner by selecting from the provided options, such as the child’s parent or guardian ad litem. Fill in their address details accordingly.
Complete sections regarding the parents' names and addresses. If a parent is deceased, indicate this clearly.
Provide details about the proposed guardian and any legal custodians involved. This section may require additional documentation if applicable.
Outline any relevant court orders or adjudications that pertain to the child’s situation, referencing specific statutes where necessary.
Conclude by signing and dating the form. Make sure all information is complete before submission.

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Do parents and guardians have the same rights?

Generally, guardianship does not terminate the legal rights of parents. Parents and guardians may have different rights depending on the factors of the situation. A full guardian takes over all the legal responsibilities for the child and makes decisions on their behalf.

What does it mean to be appointed guardian?

It will take at least a month, usually longer, for the court to make a decision on you becoming a guardian. If theres an emergency and you need to act as guardian right away, you can file additional papers when you file your petition to be appointed guardian, or afterward, asking to be appointed temporary guardian.

Why are you asking for a guardian to be appointed?

A person may need a guardian if they have trouble making healthcare, lifestyle and medical decisions on their own because of a decision-making disability and there are decisions that need to be made and: they do not have family, friends or a carer to support them in their decision-making.

How much power does a guardian have?

Guardianship of the person The court orders that an adult (a guardian) other than a childs parent has the right to make legal decisions in a childs life and has responsibility for the childs care. For example, the guardian makes decisions about the childs medical care and where the child goes to school.

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