Parental Designation and Consent to Standby Guardianship Form

To submit this form, follow the instructions provided: Review and complete the form with all necessary details. Obtain signatures from all relevant parties. Submit the completed form to the appropriate authority as specified. Forms can be submitted via email, fax, or mail to the addresses listed. Consult the local judiciary or legal advisor for exact submission details and addresses. Ensure you keep a copy for your records.

The form was revised in April 2024. It is important to use the most recent version for accurate information. Check with local authorities for any updates.

The purpose of this form is to allow parents to designate a standby guardian for their minor children in case they become unable to care for them due to mental incapacity, physical debilitation, or adverse immigration actions. This ensures that children have a trusted guardian to take over their care and well-being in the absence of their parents. By filling out this form, parents can outline specific powers and duties for the standby guardian and provide any necessary instructions or limitations to ensure their children's needs are met. The form also includes sections to address other parties with parental rights and obtain their consent or document reasons for any lack of consent.

• 1. Designation of Standby Guardian: Provide your name, address, and the standby guardian's name, telephone number, and email address.
• 2. Alternate Standby Guardian: Provide the name, address, telephone number, and email address of an alternate standby guardian if the primary is unable or unwilling to serve.
• 3. Other Parties with Parental Rights: List any other individuals with parental rights to the minor children and indicate whether they consent to the designation.
• 4. Consent to the Beginning of the Standby Guardianship: Specify the conditions under which the standby guardianship should begin.
• 5. Powers and Duties of Standby Guardian of Person: Outline the authority given to the standby guardian regarding the child's non-financial decisions.
• 6. Special Instructions or Limitations: Include any specific instructions or limitations for the standby guardian.
• 7. Powers and Duties of Standby Guardian of the Property: Outline the authority given to the standby guardian regarding the child's financial decisions.
• 8. Property Description: List all property in which the minor child has an interest, including details about ownership and value.

Failure to submit this form may result in uncertainty regarding the care and well-being of your minor children in your absence. Without a designated standby guardian, the court may need to appoint a guardian without your input.

• Uncertainty of Guardianship: Without a designated standby guardian, it may be unclear who will care for your children.
• Court Intervention: The court may need to intervene and appoint a guardian for your children.
• Lack of Parental Input: You will not have a say in who is appointed as the guardian for your children.

• 1. Mental Incapacity: When you are diagnosed with a mental impairment that prevents you from making decisions for your children.
• 2. Physical Debilitation: When you have a physical illness or injury that hinders your ability to care for your children.
• 3. Adverse Immigration Action: When you face legal or immigration actions that may affect your ability to care for your children.
• 4. Medical Treatments: When undergoing treatments that may temporarily incapacitate you.
• 5. Single Parenting: When you want to ensure your children are cared for in case of your absence.