Order on Petition for Order Appointing Title 13 RCW Guardian (ORAPGD, ORDYMT)
Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective July 1, 2025
This form is an official court order used to formally establish a guardianship under Title 13 RCW. It records whether a guardianship is granted or denied and details the rights and duties of the appointed guardian.
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This form is used after a hearing when the court needs to make a final decision about appointing a guardian for a minor child.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is an order that is signed by the Judge or Commissioner after the court has made a decision. It is presented by the court staff.
- What does this form establish?
- It can establish a Title 13 RCW guardianship for a minor child, or it can deny the petition for such an order.
- Does this form require filing fees?
- The text does not mention any filing fees for 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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