Wisconsin Minor Guardianship is a legal process that appoints an adult to be responsible for the care and management of a minor child. This process is typically used when a child’s parents are either deceased or unable to care for the child due to mental or physical incapacity or other extenuating circumstances. The guardian is responsible for making decisions on behalf of the minor child, including decisions related to education, medical care, and financial matters. There are two types of Wisconsin Minor Guardianship: permanent and temporary. Permanent guardianship is granted when a parent is unable to care for a minor child on a long-term basis. Temporary guardianship is granted when a parent is unable to care for a minor child on a short-term basis, such as due to a medical emergency or parental incarceration.