Rule 9 Removal of Guardian; Modification of Guardianship

Petition. A ward subject to guardianship or a person interested in the welfare of a ward may petition the court to terminate the guardianship, modify the guardianship, or remove the guardian and appoint a successor guardian. Notice of Hearing. If a hearing on the petition is set by the court, a petitioner shall give notice of the hearing on the petition to the ward, if the ward is 12 years of age or older and is not the petitioner, the guardian, and any other person the court determines. Best Interest. The court shall be order removal of a guardian or modification of a guardianship as necessary to protect the best interests of the ward.