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Order Regarding Appointment of Guardian/Limited Guardian of Minor

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective December 1, 2017

This form is an official court order used to officially name a guardian or limited guardian for a minor child. It records the court's findings about why a guardian is needed and what the court decides about the appointment.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 700.5106, MCL 700.5204, MCL 700.5205, MCL 700.5212, MCL 700.5213, MCR 5.402(E)

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used by the court after a hearing to formally document the decision regarding who will care for a minor child.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
This form is an order that is filled out by the court. It is not something a regular person files to start the process.
What does this form do?
It records the judge's official decision about appointing a guardian or limited guardian for a minor.
Does filing this form cost money?
The form text mentions that a personal bond must be filed, but it does not state if there is a general filing fee.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect December 1, 2017.

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