Get Instructions: How To Ask The Court To Appoint. Civil Forms

This guide provides essential instructions for filling out the form titled 'Instructions: How to Ask the Court to Appoint a Temporary Guardian in an Emergency.' By following these steps, users will be able to navigate the process with confidence and clarity.

Follow the steps to accurately complete the emergency guardianship petition.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the emergency guardianship petition form. This will allow you to access and open the document in the appropriate editor for completion.
2. Complete the emergency petition (PG-101) by entering the required information in the following sections: a. On the 'AT' line, indicate the city where the court is located. b. On the 'Respondent' line, write the full name of the person needing a guardian. c. Leave the 'CASE NO.' line blank if filing simultaneously with the regular petition; otherwise, enter the previously assigned case number. d. In paragraph 1, provide your information as the petitioner. e. In paragraph 3, describe the current location of the respondent, including the address and contact number. f. In paragraph 4, detail the emergency services required by the respondent, ensuring to highlight the urgency of immediate assistance needed to prevent serious harm. g. In paragraph 5, clarify why the respondent cannot secure these services independently. h. In paragraph 7, provide the name and contact information of the proposed temporary guardian. i. Finally, sign and date the petition. j. If filing in person, do not sign the verification section until at the court, bringing a photo ID for notarization; if mailing, complete this section in front of a notary public.
3. Make a copy of the completed emergency petition for your records.
4. File the original emergency petition at the same court where the regular petition was submitted, either in person or via mail. There is no additional filing fee required.
5. The court clerk will schedule a hearing within 72 hours after your filing. They will notify you, the respondent, the respondent’s attorney, and the court visitor of this hearing.
6. Attend the court hearing, where the respondent will have the right to be present or participate via phone. Understand that as the petitioner, you must provide evidence validating the need for the emergency services.
7. If granted, the temporary guardianship will be in effect until a full or partial guardian is appointed or the petition is dismissed.

Begin your process today by completing your emergency guardianship petition form online.