Can guardianship be terminated?

Yes, guardianship can be terminated in the state of North Carolina. The termination process is initiated by filing a petition to the court. The petitioner can be either the guardian or any other party who has a legal interest in the guardianship. The petition must state why termination is requested, and the court may hold a hearing to consider the facts of the case. In most cases, a guardianship will end when the ward (the person under guardianship) attains the age of majority (18). If the ward has attained the age of majority, the court will consider terminating the guardianship. The court may hear evidence and testimony regarding the best interests of the ward and whether guardianship would no longer be required. The court may also consider whether a less restrictive form of guardianship, such as conservatorship, would be more appropriate for the ward. The court may also terminate guardianship if the guardian is no longer capable or suitable to fulfill the duties of the guardianship. The court may appoint a successor guardian or terminate the guardianship if appropriate. If a guardianship is terminated, the court may require the guardian to file a final report detailing assets and expenses during the guardianship, after which the court may issue an order of discharge. Once the order is signed, the guardian is released from the duties of guardianship.

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