What is a temporary guardianship?

A temporary guardianship is a type of guardianship authorized in California where a person is appointed to care for a minor child or a developmentally disabled adult for a specified period of time. Usually, this type of guardianship is granted due to parents being out of country for business or any other reason and need someone else to temporarily look after their child. The temporary guardianship is different from a permanent guardianship in that it does not necessarily involve the transfer of legal rights or authority from the parent to the guardian for the duration of the guardianship. In most cases, the parents retain the right to make all decisions regarding the welfare of the child, even when a temporary guardianship has been approved. Temporary guardianship is granted by the court, and is usually granted for a specific period of time that is specified in the application. The court will also consider the reason for the guardianship, the length of time that the guardianship is expected to last, and the qualifications of the guardian. It is important to note that in California, a temporary guardianship does not require court approval unless the guardianship lasts for longer than six months. If court approval is required, the guardianship must meet certain legal and financial criteria to be approved. Additionally, even when a temporary guardianship is granted, the court may require the guardian to submit periodic reports to the court regarding the welfare and progress of the child or adult.

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