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Comparison of Guardians with Other Nonparent Caregivers

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2023

This form compares the rights and duties, available support, and court processes for different types of caregivers: foster parents/resource families, and guardians appointed through juvenile or probate court. It is an informational guide, not a legal document to file with the court.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used to compare the roles of different caregivers—like foster parents versus guardians—in cases involving children who are not living with their parents. It helps explain the differences between juvenile court and probate guardianship cases.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form compares the rights and duties of foster parents/resource families with guardians in juvenile and probate court cases.
Can I file this form to start a case?
No, the form states that it does not replace legal advice from a lawyer. It is an informational guide.
Does this form tell me what I should do?
The form provides comparisons of roles and duties but does not tell readers what actions they should take in their specific situation.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2023.

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