Letters of Guardianship of Individual with Developmental Disability
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective December 1, 2018
This form serves as the official document granting someone the authority to act as a guardian for a person with a developmental disability. It details the powers granted and lists several required reporting duties to the court.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCR 5.202, MCR 5.402(D)
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used after a person has been officially appointed as a guardian for an individual with a developmental disability. It outlines the scope of the guardian's authority and the ongoing responsibilities they must follow.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- What does this form grant?
- This form grants authority to the appointed guardian to perform acts allowed or required by law, court rules, and court orders. This authority may be limited by specific details on the form.
- What are the required reports mentioned?
- The form lists several required reports, including an annual report, filing accounts, preparing an inventory of assets, and notifying the court of changes in address or the ward's death.
- Who must file this form?
- The form is issued by the court to the appointed guardian, who is the party receiving the authority.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect December 1, 2018.
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