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Adams Cnty. C.P. Rules of Orphans Court Rule 14.1

Guardianship

activein force · 2026-09-30 – presentact-effective-date

A. Guardians--Except in the case of an adult child living with his/her natural

parent(s), preference in appointments shall normally be given to banking

institutions and suitable persons who do not reside with the alleged

incapacitated person, are not related to the person and who reside or have a

regular place of business in Adams County.

B. Estate--Consent of Proposed Guardian - The written consent of the proposed

guardian to act as guardian shall be attached to the petition.

C. Estate--Proof of Service--Proof of service shall be presented at the hearing. The

affidavit of service shall, in all cases, recite that the petition and citation and

notice were read and explained to the alleged incapacitated person.

D. Sale of Personal Property--Court approval for sale of personal property shall

not be required.

Rule 14.3 to 14.5. Reserved

Provenance

Source
www.adamscountypa.gov
Retrieved
2026-09-30
Edition
2026-09-30
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54a12157eb35668afe3055f1697c5d794b33f5f9b687b7f47af84a65b0efbedd
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