Order Appointing Full or Limited Guardian/Conservator
Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective July 1, 2025
This form is an official court order used to officially name a person as a guardian or conservator for another person. It records the court's findings about why the appointment is necessary and details the terms of the appointment.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used after a hearing where the court has decided that a person needs a guardian or conservator to help with their care or finances.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- This form is an order that the court issues after a hearing. It is not filled out by the person asking for the appointment.
- What does this form track?
- It tracks details like the dates the guardian or conservator must report, the bond amount, and whether the person has the right to vote.
- Does this form require a fee?
- The provided text does not mention any filing fees associated with this order.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2025.
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