2025 Session
Last amended: 2020 session
§ 524.5-201 — Appointment and Status of Guardian
Plain-Language Summary
A parent may appoint a guardian for their minor child in their will, to take effect if both parents die or become incapacitated.
524.5-201 APPOINTMENT AND STATUS OF GUARDIAN.
A person becomes a guardian of a minor by parental appointment, by designation of a standby guardian pursuant to chapter 257B, or upon appointment by the court. The guardianship continues until terminated, without regard to the location of the guardian or minor person subject to guardianship.
History:
2003 c 12 art 1 s 17; 2020 c 86 art 1 s 41
History: History: 2003 c 12 art 1 s 17; 2020 c 86 art 1 s 41
Practical Notes
You can name a guardian for your children in your will. This person would care for your children if both parents die or are unable to care for them. This is one of the most important reasons for parents to have a will.