How can a guardian be removed from their position?

In Indiana, guardianship of a minor or incapacitated person is established by a court order. In certain situations, the court may also remove a guardian from their position. The primary reason for removing a guardian from their position is if they are found to be neglecting their responsibilities or if they are in any way abusing or exploiting the person they are responsible for. In these cases, the court will require the guardian to explain why their guardianship should not be ended. The court may also name a new guardian or remove the current guardian if the original court order was not issued properly. In other cases, a guardian may be removed if they fail to file appropriate paperwork or if they fail to act in a timely manner when faced with specific legal issues. A guardian may also be removed if they become financially irresponsible or if they become incapable of providing proper care for the person they are responsible for. If a guardian is killed or declared incompetent, the court will also remove them from their position. If a guardian is removed from their position, the court will typically select a new guardian to fill the position. Each new guardian must be approved by the court before they can assume the responsibilities of the guardianship.

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