New Jersey Temporary Guardianship — Initial Order(PDF) is a type of legal document issued by a court in New Jersey that grants a temporary guardianship arrangement to a non-parent. It is typically used when a parent is unavailable to care for their child or when a minor needs to be placed in the care of someone other than their parents. This document outlines the rights and responsibilities of the temporary guardian and specifies the length of the guardianship. The types of New Jersey Temporary Guardianship — Initial Orders typically include guardianship of a minor, guardianship of an adult with disabilities, guardianship of a minor with disabilities, and guardianship of an individual with mental illness.