Preventing State Guardianship Petition

Summary

DCYF has petitioned to make the users adult disabled granddaughter a ward of the state in Washington. The user is seeking advice on how to prevent this. It was suggested to request a copy of the confidential report that DCYF has, to understand the specific concerns raised. Guardianship laws vary by state and the user has the right to request and review any reports or documentation. The user was also advised to request a continuance in court to have more time to prepare their case and to consult with a lawyer.

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dcyf has petitioned to make my adult disabled granddaughter a ward of the state. how do we stop them
What state are you located in, Alisa? This will help me provide the most accurate information.
washington
What is the reason DCYF has given for their petition?
their reasoning is specified in a confidential report not given to us
What is the nature of your granddaughter's disability? This information can help determine the best course of action.
not specifically it is in a report they have not given to us
Have you requested a copy of the report? It's important to understand the specific concerns raised. In general, guardianship laws vary by state.
no.
It's crucial to request a copy of the report to understand the concerns raised. In general:

- Guardianship laws vary by state.
- You have the right to request and review any reports or documentation.
court is tomorrow. how can we ask for time to prepare a case to prevent this
What is your location? Depending on your jurisdiction, you may be able to request a continuance to have more time to prepare your case.
yakima wa
You can request a continuance in court tomorrow. Here's the contact for Yakima County Superior Court: (*) *-*. It's advisable to consult with a lawyer.