QUESTION
Is a notarized letter enough for legal guardianship?
Asked on Dec 19th, 2020 on Guardianship and Conservatorship - North Carolina
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My niece’s mother wants to me to be her legal guardian. My niece is 13. They live in Arizona. What does she need to do?
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A guardianship can only be awarded by a court.
However, in most states both parents (not just one) can sign a notarized Temporary Power of Attorney for Care of Our Minor Child allowing the person named to take the child to the doctor, register her in school, etc.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2020 at 7:22 AM
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