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Can a person appointed guardian of a minor because of the death of both parents legally adopt the minor?
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∙ 16y ago
yes,you can legally adopt the minor.You will need to see a lawyer for free advice consultation.There may be a few requirements depending on what state you live in,but most are about the same when it comes to that.
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Is it legally to move out of your parents' without their consent house at 16 or 17 in Ohio?
No. You have to be 18 or have a legal guardian appointed. In some cases a minor may live with another adult relative or friend of the family, with the parents permission.
Can natural parents claim child from guardian?
No. The matter would need to go before the court that appointed the guardian.
Parent's legal responsiblity for grandchild born to underage mother?
In the case of underage parents a legal guardian must be appointed. Very often the grandparents will be considered and appointed if the court finds that to be in the best interest of the child. Grandparents are not held legally responsible for their grandchildren.
How old do you have to be to take somebody to court?
Legally - an adult. If you are a minor - your parents or guardian would have to do it.
Can you leave another state without a guardian's consent if they don't have custody of you and the person you are going to see does have custody of you?
No. A legal guardian is appointed by the court to oversee the welfare of a minor until said minor reaches the legal age of majority or the court rescinds the guardian order or the guardian askss to be reieased from the obligation. A legally appointed guardian's custodial powers supercede that of the biological parents. Furthermore, the guardian would need permission from the issuing court to allow the minor to leave the residence for any extended period of time especially if the minor is leaving the state of residency.
How do you change legal guardian of a 17yr old?
The person who wants to be appointed the guardian needs to petition the court. If there is already a guardian they should join in the petition, requesting a termination of their own appointment. If the child is under the custody of parents they should consent.
What is it called when a mother and grandmother has legal right of a minor child or can that be done?
Either the biological parents have custody of a child oranother adult is appointed by the court as guardian. Generally, a court must remove legal custody from the parents in order to appoint a guardian. If the grandmother has custody she would be the legal guardian. Generally, parental custody and legal guardianship cannot run together.Either the biological parents have custody of a child oranother adult is appointed by the court as guardian. Generally, a court must remove legal custody from the parents in order to appoint a guardian. If the grandmother has custody she would be the legal guardian. Generally, parental custody and legal guardianship cannot run together.Either the biological parents have custody of a child oranother adult is appointed by the court as guardian. Generally, a court must remove legal custody from the parents in order to appoint a guardian. If the grandmother has custody she would be the legal guardian. Generally, parental custody and legal guardianship cannot run together.Either the biological parents have custody of a child oranother adult is appointed by the court as guardian. Generally, a court must remove legal custody from the parents in order to appoint a guardian. If the grandmother has custody she would be the legal guardian. Generally, parental custody and legal guardianship cannot run together.
Can a us citizen become legal guardian to a us child whose parents are illegal?
An illegal alien cannot become a child's guardian. A guardian is someone who is legally allowed to look after a child and lives in a particular country legally.
Can your parents force you to give up your baby for adoption at 14 yrs old in AZ?
Legally no. You are the guardian of the child.
If you are 17 and no longer live with your legally appointed guardian can you have the guardianship changed to the person that you now live with?
A 17-year-old has no legal standing to make the change. Only their parents or the court can make the change. The current legal gaurdian would have to petition the court for the change.
Can a 16 year old legally move in with their step father whom never got adoption rights?
He can be Guardian if parents allow.
Can the legal guardian of a minor child file claim against the deceased parent's estate for the cost of caring for child. Both parents were deceased since 2004 I've had custody since then.?
You need to determine how a court appointed guardian gets paid in your state. Costs relating to the care of a ward will generally need to be approved by the court that appointed the guardian. You should address your questions to an advocate at the court that appointed you or an attorney.
