3rd Judicial District
Family Courts - Guardianship

A non-parent who does not have custody of a minor child may bring a petition for guardianship to obtain legal authority over the child.  The appointment of guardianship expires when the child reaches the age of 18.  The decision whether to grant a guardianship petition is based on the best interests of the child.

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