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JDF858 SC

Order Appointing Co-Guardian or Successor Guardian

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2023

This form is an official court order used when a judge decides to name a co-guardian or a backup guardian for a ward or minor. It records the court's decision about who is appointed and includes details about the appointment's start date and future reporting requirements.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a petition has been filed asking the court to appoint a co-guardian or successor guardian for a ward or minor.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The court fills out this form, as it is an official order from the judge or magistrate. Great care must be taken to fill in all required details. Great care must be taken to fill in all required details.
What does this form establish?
This form establishes the court's official order appointing a co-guardian or successor guardian for a ward or minor. It also sets dates for future reports to the court.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2023.

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