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Some people use ?conservatorship? and ?guardianship? interchangeably, but, in Montana, they are distinct legal processes. A guardian is responsible for making personal and healthcare-related decisions on behalf of the disabled individual, while a conservator manages the individual's finances.

Guardianship versus parental rights The fact that the child has a guardian does not mean the parent has no rights. Parental rights usually include the option to spend time with the child, as well as the authority to make major decisions and sign contracts for the child. Having a guardian does not generally change this.

Fill out three forms: (1) the Motion to Terminate Guardianship, (2) the Affidavit in Support of Motion to Terminate Guardianship, and (3) the Order Terminating Guardianship. Make copies of the motion and affidavit for yourself and for each interested party (including the child if they are over the age of 14).

A temporary guardian who is otherwise ineligible shall serve until a person or entity who is not ineligible to serve as guardian and who is otherwise qualified to be guardian is appointed by the court to act as temporary guardian, but the temporary guardian may not serve for longer than 6 months.

Without regard to custodial rights of the ward's person, the full guardian shall take reasonable care of the ward's clothing, furniture, vehicles, and other personal effects and commence protective proceedings if other property of the ward is in need of protection.

Anyone considering becoming a legal guardian for an adult in Montana must first file a petition with the court, describing why the person in question requires a guardian, along with information about the proposed guardian. The petition also needs to provide the contact information for all involved family members.