Guardianship of A Minor

This type of guardianship is to become the temporary guardian of a minor's person. You may pick up the appropriate forms from our office.

 

General Information

Temporary Guardianship of a Minor's Person

• The petition must be complete and legible (please type or print with black ink)
• Petitioner must sign the verification page in front of at Notary Public or a Clerk of Probate Court
• Both natural parents are required to either temporarily relinquish their parental rights by signing in their respective section on the petition in front of a notary or clerk or we will have to serve them.
• If the child was not born in Peach County, you will need to bring a certified copy of the child's birth certificate.
• Natural/Biological Parents cannot obtain guardianship. They must file for custody through Superior Court.

Filing Fees

The filing fee is $105 and must be paid in full before Letters of Guardianship will be issued.

Conservatorship of Minor - F/K/A Guardian of Minor's Property

An appointment of a Conservator of a minor is required when the minor is recieving funds over $15,000 from an inheritance, a settlement or any other source. You will file a petition with the court to become the conservator.