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The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act of 1956[1] defines a minor as a person who has not completed the age of eighteen years. A minor is seen as physically and mentally not matured, and therefore needs someone's protection and guidance. The Natural Guardians of a child are his/her parents.

Guardians appointed by the court A district court can appoint any person as the guardian of a child if it thinks necessary for the welfare of the child. The Act states that while appointing the guardian of a child the court must consider the child's sex, age, parent's wish, and the personal law of the child.

A petition explaining the need for a guardianship or conservatorship must be filed. An evaluation report from a doctor, a licensed psychologist, or a psychiatrist must be completed and filed with the court. A financial statement showing the financial resources of the protected person must also be prepared and filed.

If a Guardian and Conservator is seeking to terminate the guardianship/conservatorship, the Guardian and Conservator must include the Final Report (UJS 142) and Final Accounting with Objection Notice (UJS 141). SDCL 29A-5-401, 29A-5-403.

A South Dakota Guardian of Minor Power of Attorney Form enables parents to empower an agent with the ability and authority to safeguard the well-being of their children when they are otherwise unavailable or unattainable.

The appointment of a guardian or conservator of a protected person does not constitute a general finding of legal incompetence unless the court so orders, and the protected person shall otherwise retain all rights which have not been granted to the guardian or conservator, with the exception of the ability to create an ...