What is a limited guardianship?

A limited guardianship is a form of guardianship that is available in the state of Nevada. It is a legal relationship between an adult and a minor, appointed by a court, in which the adult is responsible for making some decisions on behalf of the minor. The adult, known as the limited guardian, has authority over the minor to make specifi c decisions, such as decisions related to education, medical care, and religious upbringing. In Nevada, limited guardianships are established either through a voluntary agreement between the parties or through a court order. In order for a court order to be granted, the court must determine that the establishment of a limited guardianship is in the best interest of the minor. This determination is based on a variety of factors, including the wishes of the minor, the wishes of the parents or legal guardians, the potential harm to the minor if the guardianship is not established, and the qualifications of the proposed guardian. Once a limited guardianship is established, the guardian has authority to make decisions on behalf of the minor in certain areas of life. For example, they can make decisions related to educational placement, health care, religious upbringing, and so on. The limited guardian is responsible for ensuring that the minor’s best interests are met and that the decisions they make are in accordance with the wishes of the minor and the parents (or legal guardians) when appropriate.

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