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Duties of a Conservator

What are the Duties of a Conservator? - When a person (a conservatee) becomes unable to care for themselves and/or their property and finances, a judge can decide to put another person or organization (a conservator) in charge of the conservatee's own care and/or property and finances. This arrangement is called a conservatorship. The court will…
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Duties of a Guardian of the Person: Part 3

As a guardian, can the court request me to take on other responsibilities concerning the child? Yes in fact the court requires that you submit a Status Report one every year. You will also be required to participate in meetings with any court investigator or visitors, and you may also be summoned to court occasionally to discuss the progress…
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Duties of a Guardian of the Person: Part 2

Am I financially responsible for a child's behavior? Yes, you are financially responsible for any child under your care in most cases. Just as a parent would be, a guardian will be held accountable for any damages or harm due to the child's actions, including any medical bills the victim may have. Can I move…
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Duties of a Guardian of the Person: Part 1

What if the child wants a driver's license? You have the right to give the child permission to obtain a driver's license or not. If you choose to let the child obtain a diver's license, you are obligated to also get automobile insurance for the child as well as with any legal driver. If an accident occurs…
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