Alabama Code 26-2A-70. Appointment and status of guardian of minor
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Terms Used In Alabama Code 26-2A-70
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- minor ward: is a minor for whom a guardian has been appointed solely because of minority. See Alabama Code 26-2A-20
- person: includes a corporation as well as a natural person. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
A person may become a guardian of a minor by parental appointment or upon appointment by the court. The guardianship status continues until terminated, without regard to the location from time to time of the guardian or minor ward.