QUESTION
How can I get released from my Grandma's guardianship?
Asked on Dec 03rd, 2014 on Guardianship and Conservatorship - New Jersey
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I would like to be removed from my grandmothers guardianship. I am 22 years old and since I have a learning disability (not mental) she was able to still hold custody of me after the age of 18. I am a senior in college and I am 4 classes shy of graduating but the amount of pressure she puts on me is unbearable and can no longer be dealt with. Unfortunately my grandmother is extremely racist and when she met my boyfriend she threatened him to leave me alone and also yells at me when ever I talk to him or bring up his name. Not only that but she forces me to take medication that makes me feel uncomfortable and makes me moody throughout the day. She is very controlling and treats me like a child to the point where people notice it and say something about it. I need this guardianship to end as soon as possible because I can no longer stand living this way. Please have someone help me regarding my matter. Thanks! -Jordan
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You will either have to petition the court to have a new guardian appointed, or claim that you have gained capacity. If you want to try to go without a guardian, you will need to provide medical evidence, like a doctor's letter, that says you are competent and able to govern yourself. It might be easier to ask someone else to serve as guardian. Good luck.
Answered on Dec 03rd, 2014 at 5:11 PM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship