Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes

§ 8-874 — Appointment of successor permanent guardian

ARS § 8-874Title 8. Child Safety · Ch. 4. DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY · Art. 12. Permanent Guardianship

Statute text

8-874. Appointment of successor permanent guardian A. If a permanent guardian appointed pursuant to section 8-872 is unable or unwilling to continue to serve as permanent guardian, the permanent guardian, the division or an interested party may file a motion for appointment of a successor permanent guardian. The motion shall be verified by the person filing the motion and shall include the following: 1. The name, sex, address and date and place of birth of each child who is the subject of the motion. 2. The name and address of the permanent guardian. 3. The reason why the permanent guardian is no longer able or willing to serve as permanent guardian of the child. 4. The name and address of the proposed successor permanent guardian, if any. B. If the motion identifies a proposed successor permanent guardian, the motion shall be accompanied by an affidavit by the proposed successor permanent guardian that states: 1. The relationship between the proposed successor permanent guardian and the child. 2. The proposed successor guardian's agreement to assume the duties and responsibilities of permanent guardian, including compliance with all court orders. C. On the filing of a motion pursuant to subsection A of this section, the court shall: 1. Set a date for an initial guardianship review hearing within thirty days after the motion is filed. 2. Appoint an attorney for the child and appoint an attorney for the proposed successor guardian, if necessary. The court is not required to appoint an attorney for the parent of the child. 3. Enter temporary orders, which may include:

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