Petition for Standby Guardian (Article 17-A)
Appoints or confirms a standby guardian for a person with intellectual disabilities, in case the current guardian becomes unable to serve.
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Planning for the future of someone in your care takes careful preparation.
Designating a standby guardian for a person with intellectual disabilities involves specific court requirements.
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When do you need this form?
You're the current 17-A guardian and want to designate a backup.
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Other guardianship forms
Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Property
A child inherited money or property and needs a legal guardian to manage it. This form asks the court to appoint you as that guardian.
G-2APetition for Appointment of Guardian of Person Only
When a child needs a legal guardian for custody and care — but not for property. This form asks the court to appoint you as guardian of the child's person.
17-AArticle 17-A Guardianship Petition (Intellectually Disabled)
For appointing a guardian over a person with intellectual or developmental disabilities who is over 18. Covers guardianship of the person, property, or both.
OCFS-3909Background Check Authorization (Guardianship)
Before the court appoints anyone as a guardian, it requires a background check. This form gives permission to run that check. Required with every guardianship petition.
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