(1) Appointment of a guardian or conservator terminates on the death or removal of the guardian or conservator, or when the court under subsection (2) of this section approves a resignation of the guardian or conservator.
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Terms Used In Washington Code 11.130.060

  • 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.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
(2) A guardian or conservator must petition the court to resign. The petition may include a request that the court appoint a successor. Resignation of a guardian or conservator is effective on the date the resignation is approved by the court.
(3) Death, removal, or resignation of a guardian or conservator does not affect liability for a previous act or the obligation to account for:
(a) An action taken on behalf of the individual subject to guardianship or conservatorship; or
(b) The individual’s funds or other property.
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