CPG Court Procedures 3

Question 1

In a guardianship termination proceeding, the burden of proof typically rests on:

Accepted Answer

The party seeking termination to show the ward has regained capacity

Answer

The party seeking termination generally must demonstrate that the ward has recovered sufficient capacity to manage their own affairs.

Question 2

What is a 'limited guardianship' order?

Accepted Answer

A guardianship that restricts the guardian's authority only to areas where the ward lacks capacity

Answer

Limited guardianship preserves the ward's autonomy by restricting the guardian's authority to specific domains where the ward cannot function independently.

Question 3

When must a guardian seek court approval before changing the ward's residence?

Accepted Answer

When the move is to a more restrictive placement or crosses state lines

Answer

Moves to more restrictive settings or out-of-state relocations typically require court authorization to protect the ward.

Question 4

A guardian ad litem in a guardianship proceeding represents:

Accepted Answer

The ward's best interests as an independent advocate appointed by the court

Answer

A guardian ad litem is a neutral court appointee who advocates specifically for the ward's best interests during the proceeding.

Question 5

Which document formally grants authority to a person to act as guardian over an individual?

Accepted Answer

Letters of guardianship issued by the court

Answer

Letters of guardianship are the official court documents that confer legal authority upon the appointed guardian.

(CPG) Certified Professional Guardian Practice Test

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CPG Court Procedures 3