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GDN C 102

Petition for Guardianship, Conservatorship, and/or a Protective Arrangement

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective June 1, 2024

This form is used to ask the court to appoint a guardian, a conservator, or make another protective arrangement for an adult. It asks for details about the adult, the person filing the form, and why the court's help is needed.

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Where this fits in a case

Start a case

Stage: Start a case

This form is used when someone believes an adult needs legal help with their care, finances, or safety, and they are asking the court to make an official order.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form lets you ask the court to appoint a guardian, conservator, or make another protective arrangement for an adult. It is not for a minor unless the minor turns 18 soon. Great care must be taken to fill out all the required sections.
What other forms do I need to file?
The text states that when filing this Petition, you must also file a Notice of Guardianship, Conservatorship, or Protective Arrangement and present an Order Appointing a Court Visitor.
Do I need a lawyer to file this?
The form has a section to indicate if the petitioner has a lawyer or if they do not have one.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2024.

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