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Notice of Guardianship Proceedings Concerning An Indian Child

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

This form is a notice that tells people that a case about guardianship for an Indian child has been filed. It informs people about a hearing date and time and mentions rights regarding the case, including the right to intervene or ask for the case to move to a Tribal court.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: 25 USC 1912, MCL 712B.9, MCL 712B.13(1)(b), MCL 712B.15(1)(a), MCL 712B.25(6), MCR 5.109(1), MCR 5.404(B)(2), MCR 5.404(C)(1)

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used when a petition has been filed concerning the guardianship of an Indian child. It is distributed to various parties involved in the proceeding.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

What does this notice tell me about my rights?
It states that a person who is a parent or Indian custodian has the right to a court-appointed attorney if they are poor. It also mentions the right to intervene in the proceeding.

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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