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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A sworn, written application for the appointment of a temporary guardian shall be filed before the court appoints a temporary guardian.
(b) The application must state:
(1) the name and address of the person who is the subject of the guardianship proceeding;
(2) the danger to the person or property alleged to be imminent;
(3) the type of appointment and the particular protection and assistance being requested;
(4) the facts and reasons supporting the allegations and requests;
(5) the proposed temporary guardian's name, address, and qualification;
(6) the applicant's name, address, and interest; and
(7) if applicable, that the proposed temporary guardian is a private professional guardian who is certified under Subchapter C, Chapter 155, Government Code, 1 and has complied with the requirements of Subchapter G, Chapter 1104.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Estates Code - EST § 1251.003. Application - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/estates-code/est-sect-1251-003/
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