Can a minor choose their own guardian?

No, a minor cannot choose their own guardian in Nevada. As a general rule, the court must appoint someone to serve as a minor’s guardian. This is done to ensure the minor’s best interests are looked after. When the court makes a guardianship appointment, it must take into consideration the wishes of both the minor and the minor’s parents. The court must also weigh the minor’s opinion against the best interests of the minor. The court looks at several factors to determine who should be appointed as guardian. These factors include the existing bond between the minor and the proposed guardian, the guardian’s physical, emotional, and financial ability to provide care for the minor, and the guardian’s moral character and reputation. The court may also consider whether the proposed guardian is related to the minor. Ultimately, the court will appoint a guardian who it feels is best suited to care for the minor. While the minor’s opinion is taken into consideration, the court has the final say in who is appointed. It is not possible for a minor to choose their own guardian in Nevada.

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