IL SB3251

Custody or guardianship of minors placed with relatives or other suitable persons as legal custodians/guardians ends when the minor turns 18 years old.

Custody or guardianship of minors placed with probation officers, committed to agencies, or committed to the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) continues until the minor turns 21 years old.

Petitions for guardianship of a minor who is a "youth in care" under DCFS must follow court review provisions of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, including determinations about appointing, modifying, or vacating guardians.

Motions to restore custody to a parent or guardian who was a respondent in a juvenile court case must be made consistent with the Juvenile Court Act's court review provisions.

The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.