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GDN M 203

Order Granting Emergency Minor Guardianship

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective June 1, 2026

This form is an order that the court uses to officially grant emergency temporary guardianship for minors. It summarizes the guardianship details and confirms the court's findings that appointing a guardian is necessary to prevent harm to the children.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a hearing where the court decides to grant emergency minor guardianship. It requires the use of other forms, such as an Emergency Minor Guardianship Petition, to support the order.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
This form is an order that the court issues. It requires the clerk's action and is based on a hearing held by the court.
What does this form summarize?
It summarizes the guardianship order, including when the guardian was appointed and details about the children and the appointed guardian(s).
Does this form require a fee?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.

Revision history

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

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