Guardianship Concerns In Minnesota

Summary

Guardians in Minnesota must act in the best interest of the person under guardianship and consider their preferences. If the guardian is not fulfilling these duties, you can petition the court for their removal. Consult a local attorney for guidance.

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I have a brother who has schizophrenia and he is 47 years old. My parents are getting older so a guardian was appointed to him but I am extremely concerned for his safety and rights… she has lied continuously and cut off contact with me and my sisters ( we couldn’t call out brother) She’s lied about her time spent with my brother etc We have proof
Hello Jenny, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's important to know the laws related to guardianship in your location. Could you please tell me where you're based so I can provide relevant advice?
Minnesota
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Minnesota:
- Guardians have a duty to act in the best interest of the person under guardianship.
- You can petition the court to remove the guardian if you believe they aren't acting in your brother's best interest.
Before proceeding, consult with a local attorney.
My brother is afraid of her and she moved him farther away from family even though he asked to be close
I'm sorry to hear about this situation. In Minnesota:
- The guardian must consider the ward's preferences when making decisions.
- If the guardian is not acting in the ward's best interest, you can petition for their removal.
Consult a local attorney for advice on how to proceed.