The Alabama Affidavit for Legal Guardian is a legal document used to appoint a guardian for a minor child. It is commonly used when both of the child's parents have passed away, or if one or both of the parents are unable or unwilling to care for the child. The affidavit must be signed and notarized by the applicant, who is the proposed guardian, and must include the names of the child's parents, the name of the proposed guardian, and the relationship between the guardian and the child. In addition, the affidavit must include the names and addresses of two witnesses. There are two types of Alabama Affidavit for Legal Guardian: temporary and permanent. A temporary guardian is appointed for a specific period of time, while a permanent guardian is appointed until the child reaches the age of majority. In either case, the guardian must be approved by the court before taking on the responsibility of caring for the child.