Letters of Guardianship and Dispositional Order Appointing Guardian (Full/Limited/Temporary Guardianship) (48.9795, Wis. Stats.)

This form is an official court order that can appoint a guardian for a child, determining if the guardianship is full, limited, or temporary. It records the court's findings and orders regarding the guardian's authority and the child's care.

The court describes it as: Letters of Guardianship and Dispositional Order Appointing Guardian (Full/Limited/Temporary Guardianship) (48.9795, Wis. Stats.) Available in Spanish.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?

The court fills out this form after a hearing to issue the official order. It is titled 'Letters of Guardianship and Dispositional Order Appointing Guardian.'

What does this form cover?

It covers appointing a guardian and details the type of guardianship—full, limited, or temporary—and what powers that guardian has. It also includes sections for visitation and support payments.

Does this form require a filing 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 10, 2026. The current version took effect October 16, 2025.

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