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Standby guardianships differ from traditional guardianships in that standby guardianships allow the parent to retain much of his or her authority over the child. This publication covers the establishment of standby guardianship, the role of noncustodial parents, parental authority, and withdrawal of guardianship.

Unlike temporary custody, guardianship is generally granted until the child turns 18. There are some cases where an individual can be granted guardianship over a disabled adult.

In most cases, the parent can arrange for temporary guardianship by signing a power of attorney agreement with the individual who will act as guardian. The paperwork should be signed by both parents and the guardian to make it legally binding.

Q: How long does a guardianship last? A: Once a guardianship is granted by the probate court, it remains in effect until the minor reaches the age of 18 or until a petition to terminate the guardianship is granted.

The Cons to Guardianship: Loss of Freedoms: Your loved one loses the ability to make decisions for themself. Stigma of Incapability: Potential societal devaluation of your loved one. Non-Transferable: Risks if the guardian passes away. Difficult to Overturn: Once done, it's a challenge to reverse.

There may be an unnecessary infringement of the alleged incapacitated person's privacy, freedom and loss of decision-making authority. The appointed guardian may over time become overly protective, dominating and arbitrary.

In Minnesota, as in many states, the law does not expressly forbid managing a guardianship from another state. However, practical issues such as geographical distance can complicate matters, especially when personal interactions or court appearances are generally necessary.

A Guardian takes care of a ward's personal affairs (medical care, nutrition, clothing shelter, residence, and safety). A Conservator manages a protected person's financial affairs (finances, property and real estate). An incapacitated person may have both a conservator and a guardian.

Legal guardians of wards cannot simply eliminate or prevent visitation without potential repercussions from Illinois court. Anyone who is denied visitation by a guardian should seek the advice of counsel to determine whether a petition to allow visitation is necessary.