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Guardianship of Jace Gerardo Martinez

Case Number

24PR00157

Case Type

Guardianship

Hearing Date / Time

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Petition to Appoint Guardian of the Person

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required, including the minor.

Clarification of Mother’s Status. The petition alleges the minor’s mother passed away, but conflictingly alleges the mother’s address is unknown. Please submit a supplement clarifying whether minor’s mother is living, and submit a death certificate if deceased.

Supplemental Declaration.  The court may grant a petition for a temporary guardian only when good cause is shown. (Prob. Code, § 2250.) Good cause may be found where the minor needs immediate protection from child endangerment or neglect.  Absent exigent circumstances, the Petition will be denied.  The Petition on file with the Court does not contain sufficient facts to constitute good cause.  Petitioner must file a Supplemental Declaration to include facts showing good cause exists.

Petitioner may contact the Probate Facilitator at 805-614-6622 or 805-614-6413 (Español) for assistance with resolving these service issues.

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