How do you remove a guardian?

In Texas, a guardian can be removed if the court that appointed the guardian determines that removal is in the best interest of the ward. The court may also remove the guardian if the guardian fails to meet the duties of a guardian or if the guardian is unsuitable for the position. The court can also remove a guardian if the ward obtains the age of majority (18) or is otherwise declared to be legally competent or the guardianship is no longer needed. The court will receive an answer to a petition for removal of the guardian or can act on its own volition depending on the circumstances. When the court receives the petition, they may ask the petitioner for documentation of the reasons given in the petition. When the court decides to remove the guardian, they will send a notice of removal to the guardian, the ward, the ward’s attorney, and any other guardians. The notice will state the reasons for removal and when the guardianship will end. The guardian must then deliver the ward’s property to the court. Once the guardianship is terminated, the court will either appoint a successor guardian or allow the ward to manage their own affairs. If a subsequent guardian is appointed, the court will send a notice to the same parties mentioned above. If the ward is found to be competent and no successor guardian is appointed, the court will issue an order of termination.

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