How does a guardianship end?

In Georgia, a guardianship typically ends when the ward (the individual who the court appointed a guardian for) passes away or becomes capable of caring for themselves. A guardian can also be removed by the court if they fail to properly fulfill their duties and responsibilities or if they become financially or physically incapable of performing their duties. If the guardianship was requested to address a temporary situation, such as a minor turning 18 years old, then the guardianship may terminate when the minor obtains legal age. However, the court may extend the guardianship for a longer period of time if there is a continuing need for it. Individuals also have the right to petition the court to terminate a guardianship. The court may consider the wishes of the ward, the guardian’s progress report, and the information from the guardian’s conducted investigations before deciding whether or not to end the guardianship. Finally, in certain instances, a guardianship may be terminated upon a court-ordered investigation. The type of investigation depends on the situation and the court may order a medical or psychological examination to determine if the ward is now able to handle their affairs. If the investigation finds that the ward is now capable of handling their affairs, the court may terminate the guardianship and reinstate the ward’s rights.

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