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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The state office or local office may on its own motion or at the request of the court intervene in a guardianship or conservatorship proceeding if the state office or local office or the court considers the intervention to be justified because of any of the following:
1. An appointed guardian or conservator is not fulfilling prescribed duties or is subject to removal under section 633.65.
2. A willing and qualified guardian or conservator is not available.
3. The best interests of the ward require the intervention.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Iowa Code Title VI. Human Services [Chs. 216-255A] § 231E.7. Public guardian-initiated appointment--interventions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ia/title-vi-human-services-chs-216-255a/ia-code-sect-231e-7/
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