WebJun 20, 2018 · What is a Guardian Ad Litem? Indiana Code 31-9-2-50 defines a Guardian Ad Litem as “a volunteer . . . who is appointed by a court to represent and protect the best interests of a child; and provide the child with services requested by the court, including researching; examining; advocating; facilitating; and monitoring the child’s situation ...
WebJul 19, 2023 · The guidelines address: Minimum qualifications required for an individual to be appointed as a Guardian ad Litem. Mandatory criminal and DCS background checks for Guardians ad Litem. Training requirements prior to an individual being eligible to serve as a Guardian ad Litem.
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Indiana Judicial Branch: Office of Court Services: About - IN.gov
WebIndiana has one of the largest networks of GAL/CASA programs in the nation. Indiana volunteers spoke for 18,478 children in cases during 2023. Indiana law requires the appointment of either guardian ad litem (GAL) or a trained CASA in …
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Indiana Code § 29-3-2-3. Guardian ad litem; appointment - Justia Law
Web(1) the proposed guardian is capable of representing and managing the minor's property; (2) no other petition for the appointment of a guardian has been filed; and (3) the petition for the appointment of the proposed guardian is uncontested; the court may waive the appointment of a guardian ad litem for the minor. As added by P.L.169-1988, SEC.1.
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Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem in Indiana …
WebA guardian ad litem is an attorney, volunteer, or employee of a county program who has completed training in the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect and early childhood and adolescent development (I.C. 31-9-2-50).
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Understanding the Role of Guardian Ad Litems in Indiana Child …
WebNov 21, 2023 · Indiana Code 31-9-2-50 defines a Guardian Ad Litem as a court-appointed individual responsible for representing and protecting the best interests of a child. This involves various tasks such as researching, examining, advocating, facilitating, and monitoring the child's situation.
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2006 Indiana Code - CHAPTER 6. APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIANS AD LITEM …
WebA court in a proceeding under IC 31-17-2, IC 31-17-4, this chapter, or IC 31-17-7 may appoint a guardian ad litem, a court appointed special advocate, or both, for a child at any time. As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.9.
WebAug 16, 2019 · May 3, 2021 | Marilyn Odendahl. Kids’ Voice of Indiana has signed a contract with the city of Indianapolis to provide guardian ad litem and court appointed special advocate services to Marion Superior Courts through the end of 2023, with the nonprofit set to receive $5.4 million for the remainder of 2021. Read More.
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Probate and Guardianship in Indiana: Guardianship Resources
WebSep 5, 2019 · There are different types of guardianships in Indiana including limited guardianship, guardian ad litem, veterans administration guardianship, temporary guardianship, and de facto guardianship. The probate court generally has exclusive original jurisdiction over guardian and protective proceedings, but for a few exceptions involving …