What are the responsibilities of a guardian?
  • A guardian is appointed by the court to act in the best interest of the ward. The guardian may exercise only those rights that have been removed from the ward and delegated to the guardian.
  • A guardian of the property manages the property of the ward. A newly appointed guardian is required to file an initial inventory of the ward’s assets within 60 days of his appointment.
  • Subsequently, an annual accounting of the assets will be required.
  • A guardian of the person is required to file an initial plan for the care of the ward within 60 days of his appointment. Subsequently, an annual plan is required to provide information to the court about the health and physical well being of the ward.

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1. Who can be a guardian?
2. What are the responsibilities of a guardian?
3. How do I become a guardian?
4. Is a guardian subject to a background check prior to appointment?
5. What are the filing and audit fees associated with guardianship cases?
6. How do I report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse in guardianships?