Guardianship of Minor

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Question: My children live with my sister right now because DCS took them from me. If i sign guardianship of them over to my sister can i get my kids back at some time? Does my sister then have the authority to sign them back over to me in 6 months?

Answer: There are certain types of guardianship.  For instance  for a minor child, the court may appoint a temporary guardian.  To find out information and the forms for guardianship go to https://www.azcourts.gov/selfservicecenter/Self-Service-Forms/Filing-for-Minor-Guardianship

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  • My children live with my sister right now because DCS took them from me. If i sign guardianship of them over to my sister can i get my kids back at some time? Does my sister then have the authority to sign them back over to me in 6 months?

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