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JDF830 SC

Letters of Guardianship (of a minor)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective April 1, 2024

This form is a legal document that shows a person has been officially appointed or confirmed as the guardian for a minor. It states the guardian's authority and any specific limits placed on that authority by the court.

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General & info

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

This form is used after a court has appointed or confirmed a guardian for a minor in a probate case. It serves as proof of the guardian's legal authority to act for the minor.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form, Letters of Guardianship, shows that a person has been appointed or confirmed by the court to act as the guardian for a minor. It details the type of guardianship and the date it was issued.
Does this form give the guardian full power?
The letters show the guardian's full authority to act under certain sections of the law, but they may also list specific restrictions that limit the guardian's power.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect April 1, 2024.

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