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A guardianship is an exclusive power, so it takes away the parent's rights to make decisions for the child and gives that authority to the guardian, within the scope of the guardianship order, until the guardianship is modified or terminated. Guardianship does not terminate the parent's parental rights.
A guardian usually is allowed to manage the ward's government benefits if there is no conservator. The guardian should make decisions after consulting with the ward, taking into account the ward's wishes and personal values, to the extent that it is reasonably possible to do so.
§ 15-14-314. Section 15-14-314 - Duties of guardian (1) Except as otherwise limited by the court, a guardian shall make decisions regarding the ward's support, care, education, health, and welfare.
A petition for the appointment of a guardian is filed in the district court for the county in which the respondent lives. However, in the City and County of Denver, you will file in the Denver Probate Court. A petition can be filed by any person who is interested in the welfare of the respondent.
You must be at least 21 years old to be the guardian for a minor. You can ask the court to name you as the guardian, or you can ask the court to name someone else who is at least 21 years old. You can be the guardian for a minor who lives in Colorado even if you live in another state.