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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. By accepting the appointment, a guardian submits personally to the jurisdiction of the court in any proceeding relating to the guardianship that may be instituted by any interested person.
2. By accepting the appointment, a guardian acknowledges the duty to file an annual report under section 27-20.1-15.
3. Upon the guardian's acceptance of the appointment, the court shall issue letters of guardianship. The letters of guardianship must contain:
a. The name, address, and telephone number of the guardian;
b. The full name of the child;
c. Any limitations on the guardian's authority to make decisions on behalf of the child;
d. The expiration date of the appointment; and
e. The date by which the guardian must file the annual report required under section 27-20.1-15.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Dakota Century Code Title 27. Judicial Branch of Government § 27-20.1-14. Acceptance of appointment--Consent to jurisdiction--Letters of guardianship - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nd/title-27-judicial-branch-of-government/nd-cent-code-sect-27-20-1-14/
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