Iowa Code 232D.504 – Rights and immunities of a guardian
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1. A guardian is not required to use the guardian’s personal funds for the minor’s expenses. If a conservator has been appointed for the estate of the minor, the guardian may request and the conservator may approve and pay for the requested reimbursement without prior court approval.
Terms Used In Iowa Code 232D.504
- Court: shall mean and include any court upon which jurisdiction has been conferred to determine the liability of persons for the support of dependents. See Iowa Code 252A.2
- 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.
- person: means individual, corporation, limited liability company, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association, or any other legal entity. See Iowa Code 4.1
2. A guardian may submit a request, together with the guardian’s annual report, for approval by the court of reasonable compensation for services as guardian.
3. Notwithstanding section 137C.25B or any other provision of law to the contrary, a guardian is not liable to a third person for an act or omission of the minor solely by reason of the guardianship.