Arizona Letters of Guardianship are a type of legal document used in the state of Arizona to assign a person, known as a guardian, the responsibility for the care, custody, and control of a minor child or an incapacitated adult. These documents are typically used when a parent or guardian is no longer able to care for a minor child or adult due to death, illness, or other circumstance. There are two types of Arizona Letters of Guardianship: temporary guardianship and permanent guardianship. A temporary guardianship is an order issued for a limited period of time, typically six months, and is not renewable. A permanent guardianship is more long-term and may last until the minor child or incapacitated adult becomes competent or reaches the age of majority. Both types of Arizona Letter of Guardianship require court approval and must be completed in accordance with state law. The guardian must complete an application and provide evidence of fitness to act as a guardian. The court must also hold a hearing and investigate the proposed guardian to determine if they are suitable for the role.