INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN - MINOR (Form JDF 823)

The form discussed in this article is an informational document concerning the process of appointing a guardian for a minor in Colorado. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 1: The first section contains general information about the process of appointing a guardian for a minor.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 2: The next section contains a glossary of common terms it is important to know before undertaking the process of appointing a guardian for a minor. Those unable to understand this information are advised to contact a lawyer.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 3: The next section concerns fees it will be necessary to pay as part of the process of appointing a guardian for a minor.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 4: The next section concerns the forms it will be necessary to file, as well as a checklist of the relevant documents.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 5: The remainder of the form contains a step-by-step overview of the process of appointing a guardian for a minor. Step 1 concerns the completion of relevant documents.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 6: Step 2 concerns the process of filing your completed documents with the court.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 7: Step 3 concerns giving notice to parents and other interested persons (if any) by mail or publication.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 8: Step 4 concerns giving notice of hearing to the minor with a personal service affidavit. This step only applies if the minor is age 12 or older.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 9: Step 5 concerns the hearing.

Colorado Instructions For Appointment Of A Guardian - Minor JDF 823 Step 10: Step 6 concerns the requirements of the guardian following their appointment to this position by the court.