FL Guardianship Questions With Accurate Answers.

NATURAL GUARDIAN - ANSWERWhen a child is a minor, the mother and father jointly (or their survivor, in case either or both remarry) are the child's natural guardians, unless their parental rights have been terminated under F.S. Chapter 39. F.S. 744.301(1). Guardians in general - ANSWERGuardians of person, guardian of property guardians of property - ANSWERmanages the ward's assets and income and makes financial decisions for the ward. Guardians of person - ANSWERresponsible for the ward's maintenance and care responsible for making medical, residential and social decisions for the ward ETG - ANSWERAfter petition, but before appointment of guardian Before an emergency temporary guardian can be appointed, a hearing must be held and notice MUST be served on the alleged incapacitated person the court must specifically find that there is an "imminent danger" to the person or property of the alleged incapacitated person. What must be included in petition appointment of an emergency temporary guardian - ANSWERThe petition for appointment of an emergency temporary guardian must be verified and must state: (1) the petitioner's residence and post office address; (2) the alleged incapacitated person's name, age, residence, and post office address; (3) that there appears to be an imminent danger to the incapacitated person's property or person unless immediate action is taken; (4) the nature of the emergency and the reason for the immediate action; (5) whether the extent of the emergency temporary guardianship is limited or plenary and the value of the subject property if known; (6) the names and addresses of next of kin; (7) information pertaining to the proposed emergency temporary guardian including name, address, and qualification to serve, or that no person willing and qualified has been located; and (8) the proposed guardian's relationship to or previous association with the alleged incapacitated person. Rule 5.648(a) when must the notice of filing the petition for appointment and any hearing on the appointment of the ETG be served? - ANSWERat least 24 hours before the hearing must be served on alleged incapacitated person and the person's attorney