Petition for Appointment of Successor Guardian (Without Hearing) (Adult Guardianship)

This form is used to ask the court to appoint a new guardian without needing a formal hearing. It asks the court to end the current guardian's role and appoint a named successor guardian for the person and/or the estate.

The court describes it as: To appoint a successor guardian without a hearing.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

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Common questions

What is this form for?

This form is a petition to ask the court to appoint a successor guardian without having to attend a hearing.

What must be included with this form?

The petition requires a sworn and notarized Statement of Acts by Proposed Guardian and Consent to Serve as Guardian.

Does the proposed guardian need training?

Yes, the person nominated as the successor guardian must complete the guardian training program requirements and provide confirmation to the Court.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect February 23, 2023.

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