Follow the steps to successfully fill out the MI PC 651-Ib form.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the MI PC 651-Ib and open it in your preferred document editor.
2. Begin by entering the court address and the county in which the petition is being filed. Make sure to include accurate details for proper processing.
3. In the matter section, provide the name of the minor for whom you are seeking guardianship.
4. Complete the petitioner’s information by filling in your full name, address, and contact number. Ensure that all information is current and correct.
5. Identify your relationship to the minor, such as grandparent or friend, in the designated section.
6. Detail any active efforts made to provide remedial services aimed at preventing the breakup of the Indian family, and attach any required documentation.
7. Fill in the minor’s demographic details, including age, gender, and current address. Verify that this information is accurate to avoid delays.
8. List any prior legal actions involving the minor's family within the jurisdiction of the circuit court, including case numbers and judges involved, if applicable.
9. Compile a list of individuals interested in the proceeding, their relationships to the minor, and their contact information.
10. Explain the need for a guardian by selecting the appropriate reasons from the options provided in the form.
11. If necessary, complete the section requesting the appointment of a temporary guardian, including their contact information.
12. Sign and date the form as the petitioner, and include any attorney signatures if applicable.
13. Before submitting, review the entire form for completeness and accuracy. Once satisfied, you may save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete the MI PC 651-Ib form online today to take the next step in securing guardianship.