Guardianship over a minor child can occur whenever the court believes that granting a guardianship is in the best interest of the child. Guardianships tend to be temporary, as the court prefers children to be with their parents. However, in extreme cases or when the parents have passed away, a permanent guardianship may be granted.
Instructions
1. Locate your local probate and family court. You will need to go to the court in the county where the child has lived for the past six months or in the court where the child or parents have any previous court orders.
2. Go to the court to see what papers you need to complete and file to seek temporary custody or guardianship. You may need a copy of the child's birth certificate or, if a parent has passed away, a death certificate. You will need to have reason of why you should be the guardian and evidence to support the reason.
3. Fill out all forms accurately and completely with your name and information, name and information for the minor child and any information you have about the current parent. Explain the situation as fully as possible.
4. Provide notice to the current parent or guardian of the guardianship hearing. The court will provide you with the means to do this either through a process server or certified mail.
5. Attend the guardianship hearing with any evidence you need to support your case.
6. Comply with all court requirements regarding regular reporting and rehearings.
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