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IN SB0074
Bill
Status
1/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Zakas
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AI Summary
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Extends temporary guardianship duration from 60 days to 90 days and requires petitioners to serve notice to all entitled persons when a temporary guardian is appointed without advance notice
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Allows parents of minors or guardians of protected persons to designate a standby guardian through a written declaration that becomes effective upon the parent's or guardian's death or incapacity, remaining valid for 90 days or until a court rules on a guardianship petition
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Specifies that standby guardian declarations are not binding on the juvenile justice system for placement of children subject to abuse/neglect allegations, child in need of services cases, or delinquency cases
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Clarifies that delegation of parental powers by power of attorney is effective immediately unless otherwise stated in the document
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Enacts the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act, establishing rules for determining jurisdiction, transferring guardianships between states, and registering out-of-state guardianship orders for adults in Indiana courts
Legislative Description
Guardianships.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
3/28/2011