What are the rights of the guardian?
In New Hampshire, the guardian of a minor has a number of rights and responsibilities. The guardian is responsible for making decisions in the best interest of the minor, including decisions about health care, education, living arrangements, and other matters that are relevant to the minor’s wellbeing. Furthermore, the guardian is responsible for providing care and supervision for the minor. The guardian has the right to access all of the minor’s records, and the right to apply for financial assistance on behalf of the minor. The guardian also has the right to make decisions about the minor’s property, as well as the right to receive financial compensation for services rendered. In addition, the guardian has the right to represent the minor in legal matters. This includes obtaining advice from legal professionals, filing documents in court, and participating in hearings on behalf of the minor. Finally, the guardian has the right to make life decisions for the minor, provided that those decisions are in the best interest of the minor. This includes decisions about the minor’s living arrangements, education, health care, and other activities. The guardian must always act in accordance with the best interests of the minor and is required to adhere to the provisions of the guardianship order.
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