A relative, foster parent, or guardian may serve as permanent guardian of a child and may petition the Family Court for a permanent guardianship order regarding a child not his, hers or theirs. DSCYF, the Division, a licensed agency or guardian ad litem may petition the Family Court for a permanent guardianship order so long as the proposed permanent guardian or guardians consent to the appointment.

73 Del. Laws, c. 150, § ?1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1; 73 Del. Laws, c. 360, § ?6; 79 Del. Laws, c. 246, § ?1;

Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 13 Sec. 2351

  • Child: means a person who has not reached the age of 18 years. See Delaware Code Title 1 Sec. 302
  • 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.