Notice of Hearing on Application for Appointment Guardian of Minor to Parent, Known Next of Kin and Person Having Custody
Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio
This form is a notice that tells people that an application has been filed in court to ask for someone to be appointed as a guardian for a minor. It provides the date, time, and location for the hearing where this application will be discussed.
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This form is used when someone files an application in the Probate Court asking the judge to appoint a guardian for a minor. It notifies the parents, known next of kin, and the person currently caring for the minor about the hearing.
Either party may file.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a notice that tells people about a hearing where someone has asked the court to appoint a guardian for a minor. It lists the details for that hearing.
- Who receives this notice?
- The notice is sent to the parents, known next of kin, and the person who currently has custody of the minor.
- Does this form involve fees?
- The reverse side of the form includes sections for fees related to service and return.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.
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