Can a guardian be removed?

Yes, a guardian can be removed in North Carolina. A guardian is a person who is legally responsible for the care of another person, such as a child or an adult who is not capable of making decisions for themselves. A guardian can be removed either by the court or by the person over whom the guardianship is held. If the court removes the guardian, it may do so because of a change in circumstances or because the guardian is no longer able to properly care for the person under guardianship. The person over whom the guardianship is held may also request that the court remove the guardian. This can be done through a written petition to the court. The court will then review the petition and make a decision as to whether to remove the guardian. The court may also consider a request from the guardian to be removed. In this case, the guardian may submit a written petition citing specific reasons as to why they should be removed. These reasons could include a lack of time or resources to adequately care for the person under guardianship. In any situation where the guardianship is terminated, the court will also consider the best interests of the person under guardianship. This may include appointing a new guardian or transitioning them into a more responsible role.

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