How long is a guardianship in effect?

A guardianship in Indiana is generally in effect until the ward (the individual for whom a guardian has been appointed) turns 18. A court may extend the guardianship to the age of 21 if the ward is in a secondary or postsecondary school. If the court finds that the ward has, after consultation with the guardian, a plan for life after school, the guardianship may be terminated at age 18. The court can also terminate guardianship at any time at its discretion based on the circumstances of the ward and guardian. If the court determines that the guardian is not acting in the ward’s best interest, or if the guardian is no longer able to fulfill their duties, the guardianship may be terminated or altered. In such cases, the court may appoint a new or replacement guardian. The guardian may also voluntarily terminate the guardianship if they no longer wish to serve. In the event of the death of the ward, the guardianship will automatically be terminated. The guardian must report the ward’s death to the court and the court may require the guardian to provide an accounting of the ward’s property as well as a final guardianship report.

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