Who fills out this form?

This form is an order issued by the court after a hearing. It is not filled out by the petitioner or respondent directly. Great care must be taken when completing it.

What does this form do?

It officially changes the rights and powers for the ward and the guardian. It details what rights are restored, removed, or limited.

Does filing this form require a fee?

The form does not mention filing fees, but it does state that the court may order that reasonable compensation for attorneys be paid from the ward’s income or assets.

GN-3665

Order on Petition to Modify Guardianship (Adult Guardianship)

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective March 17, 2022

This form is an official court order used to change the existing guardianship for an adult. It records what the court has decided about the rights and powers of the person under guardianship (the ward) and the powers of the guardian.

The court describes it as: To modify guardianship after hearing a petition for modification.

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This form is used after a hearing has taken place when someone has filed a request to change the current guardianship arrangement.

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Who fills out this form?: This form is an order issued by the court after a hearing. It is not filled out by the petitioner or respondent directly. Great care must be taken when completing it.
What does this form do?: It officially changes the rights and powers for the ward and the guardian. It details what rights are restored, removed, or limited.
Does filing this form require a fee?: The form does not mention filing fees, but it does state that the court may order that reasonable compensation for attorneys be paid from the ward’s income or assets.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect March 17, 2022.

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