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Iowa Code Title VI. Human Services [Chs. 216-255A] § 232D.309. Emergency appointment of temporary guardian

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

1. A person authorized to file a petition under section 232D.301 may file a petition for the emergency appointment of a temporary guardian for the minor.

2. The petition shall state all of the following:

a. The name and address of the minor and the birthdate of the minor.

b. The name and address of the living parents of the minor, if known.

c. The name and address of any other person legally responsible for the custody or care of the minor, if known.

d. The reason the emergency appointment of a temporary guardian is sought.

3. The court may enter an ex parte order appointing a temporary guardian for a minor on an emergency basis under this section if the court finds that all of the following are met:

a. There is not sufficient time to file a petition and hold a hearing pursuant to section 232D.301.

b. The appointment of temporary guardian is necessary to avoid immediate or irreparable harm to the minor.

4. Notice of the emergency appointment of a temporary guardian shall be provided to persons required to be listed in the petition under subsection 2.

5. The parents of the minor and any other person legally responsible for the custody or care of the minor may file a written request for a hearing. Such hearing shall be held no later than seven days after the filing of the written request.

6. The powers of the temporary guardian set forth in the ex parte order shall be limited to those necessary to address the emergency situation requiring the appointment of a temporary guardian.

7. The ex parte order shall terminate within thirty days after the order is issued.

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