Guardianship
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Verified current as of October 7, 2026
This form petitions the court to appoint a guardian — such as a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other relative — to care for and make decisions for a minor child or grandchild whose parents are unable to do so. A grandparent or other responsible adult who wants to become the legal guardian of a grandchild or other minor child files this petition to gain legal authority over the child's care.
This form must be printed and filled by hand, or opened in Adobe Acrobat.