Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Person Only
When a child needs a legal guardian for custody and care — but not for property. This form asks the court to appoint you as guardian of the child's person.
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Guardianship of a child is deeply personal — and legally detailed.
The court needs to understand why guardianship is needed, who the proposed guardian is, and what's in the child's best interest. We can help you prepare a thorough petition.
When do you need this form?
A child needs a guardian for custody/care but has no significant property.
This site provides general information, not legal advice. For legal counsel, consult a licensed attorney. Official forms are maintained by New York State and may change.
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Other guardianship forms
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Before the court appoints anyone as a guardian, it requires a background check. This form gives permission to run that check. Required with every guardianship petition.
CSMD-1Petition for Standby Guardian (Article 17-A)
Appoints or confirms a standby guardian for a person with intellectual disabilities, in case the current guardian becomes unable to serve.
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