Alaska Instructions for Minor Guardianship Petition (Indian Child) provide guidance to individuals seeking guardianship of an Indian child in the state of Alaska. These instructions are specific to guardianship petitions that involve an Indian child, which is defined as an unmarried person under the age of 18 who is a member of or eligible for membership in a federally recognized Indian tribe. The instructions include information on how to file and serve the petition, the documents needed to accompany the petition, and the court hearing process. There are two types of Alaska Instructions for Minor Guardianship Petition (Indian Child): Temporary Guardianship and Permanent Guardianship. Temporary Guardianship allows a guardian to provide care for a minor Indian child for a limited period of time, while Permanent Guardianship gives the guardian complete legal and physical responsibility for the child until the child reaches the age of majority.