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IN SB0032
Bill
AI Summary
- Guardianships of minors who have been adjudicated incapacitated or who receive financial assistance from the Department of Child Services do not automatically terminate when the minor turns 18
- A protected person aged 17 or older and their guardian may jointly petition the court to extend the guardianship beyond age 18, up to age 22
- The petition to extend guardianship must be verified, and the court must find after notice and hearing that the extension is in the best interests of the protected person
- Extension of guardianship under this voluntary provision does not place the protected person under a legal disability
- Effective date is July 1, 2012
Legislative Description
Guardianships.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
3/19/2012
Full Bill Text
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