§ 29-2-11. Designation in Writing; Requirements of Designation; Form
A designation of a standby guardian shall be in writing and shall be signed by the designating individual or by some other individual in the designating individual’s presence and at the designating individual’s express direction. The designation shall be attested to and subscribed by two or more competent witnesses. Neither the witness nor an individual […]
§ 29-1-1. Definitions
Except as otherwise provided, as used in this title, the term: “Adult” means an individual who is either 18 years of age or older or an emancipated minor. “Conservator” includes a guardian of the property appointed prior to July 1, 2005, but shall not include a conservator of the estate of an individual who is […]
§ 29-2-1. Categories of Guardians for Minors
Guardians of minors may be categorized as follows: Natural guardians; Testamentary guardians; Temporary guardians; Standby guardians; and Permanent guardians. History. Code 1981, § 29-2-1 , enacted by Ga. L. 2004, p. 161, § 1. Cross references. Service of process on guardian of incapacitated adult, § 9-11-4(l)(4). Law reviews. For survey article citing developments in Georgia […]
§ 29-2-2. Qualified Individuals to Serve as Guardian of Minor
Only an individual may serve as guardian of a minor. No individual may be appointed as guardian of a minor who: Is a minor, a ward, or a protected person; or Has a conflict of interest with the minor unless the court determines that the conflict of interest is insubstantial or that the appointment would […]
§ 29-2-3. Guardian of Minor Children in Event of Divorce; Death of Spouse or Former Spouse
For purposes of this Code section, the terms “joint legal custody” and “sole custody” shall have the meanings as provided in Code Section 19-9-6. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, each parent shall be the natural guardian of any minor child of the parent, except that, if the parents are divorced and one parent […]