Louisiana Children’s Code 723 – Order of guardianship
Terms Used In Louisiana Children's Code 723
- Child: means a person under eighteen years of age who, prior to juvenile proceedings, has not been judicially emancipated under Civil Code Article 366 or emancipated by marriage under Civil Code Article 367. See Louisiana Children's Code 603
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- 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.
A. The court may grant the motion and appoint a guardian for the child if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the requirements of Article 722 have been met and that the proposed guardianship is in the best interest of the child.
B. The guardianship order shall address the frequency and nature of visitation or contact between the child and his parent, as necessary to ensure the health, safety, and best interest of the child.
C. The guardianship order may require the parent to contribute to the support of the child to the extent the court finds the parent is able pursuant to Article 685.
D. The guardianship order continues until the child attains eighteen years of age, unless earlier modified or terminated by the court in accordance with Article 724.
Acts 2011, No. 128, §1; Acts 2014, No. 354, §1.