Petition to Remove Co-Guardian
CASE NUMBER: CVPG18-0029493 Disclosure Re: guardianship cases involving Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency-Judge Wood discloses that her step-daughter, Erinn Watts, is the Administrative Branch Director of the Health and Human Services Agency. In that position, Judge Wood’s step-daughter does not have any involvement in the investigation, management, prosecution or defense of guardianship cases. However, the Court makes this disclosure of an employment relationship between an investigating agency and the Court’s first degree relative as required by California Code of Judicial Ethics.
This matter is on calendar for further proceedings on a Petition to Remove Co-Guardian, Michael Joiner. The Court notes Mr. Joiner has been suspended as Co-Guardian pending further order of the court. Proof of service has been filed for the minor and sibling, Jordan. The matter has been properly noticed. No objections have been raised. The paperwork appears to be in order. The Court has reviewed and considered the Court Investigator’s report filed on April 14, 2026, and agrees with the recommendation to grant the Petition. The Court GRANTS the Petition. A proposed Order has not been lodged. Petitioner shall prepare the Order. The Court confirms the future date of February 1, 2027, for Annual Review. No appearance is necessary on today’s calendar.
GUARDIANSHIP OF RAYMOND & NALANI POM
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