Can a guardian be removed?

Yes, a guardian can be removed in California. A legal guardian is appointed by the court to provide care and protection to another person. If it is determined that the guardian is not providing adequate care, or is not able to perform the duties of their guardianship adequately, the court can remove them. The court may decide to remove a guardian if they are neglecting the ward, or if they are misusing their guardianship authority, such as withholding funds or failing to provide adequate care. If a court orders the removal of a guardian, they must appoint a new guardian before they can finalize their decision. In order for a guardian to be legally removed in California, the court must establish that there is good cause for the removal. A petition for removal must be filed in the court where the guardianship order was granted. The petition must include details about the reasons for the removal and any evidence or witnesses to back up the claim. Once the petition has been filed, the court will decide whether to grant or deny the request. If the request is granted, the court will decide who should become the new guardian, and set up a process for the transition of power. The court also may decide to impose restrictions on the guardian’s authority or to remove the guardian’s authority altogether.

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