Prior to the expiration of a term of guardianship or conservatorship, the limited guardian, guardian, limited conservator, or conservator may petition, pursuant to KRS § 387.620, for a renewal of his appointment for a period not to exceed five (5) years. The petition shall be accompanied by verified affidavits of a physician, an advanced practice registered nurse or physician assistant working within his or her scope of practice, or a psychologist licensed or certified under the provisions of KRS Chapter 319, or a person licensed or certified as a social worker or an employee of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services who meets the qualifications of KRS § 335.080(1)(a), (b), and (c) or 335.090(1)(a), (b), and (c), supporting the need for the continuation of the guardianship or conservatorship.
Effective: July 14, 2018

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Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 387.610

  • 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.

History: Amended 2018 Ky. Acts ch. 13, sec. 7, effective July 14, 2018. — Amended
2005 Ky. Acts ch. 99, sec. 620, effective June 20, 2005. — Amended 1998 Ky. Acts ch. 426, sec. 576, effective July 15, 1998. — Amended 1992 Ky. Acts ch. 425, sec. 6, effective July 14, 1992. — Amended 1984 Ky. Acts ch. 395, sec. 4, effective July 13,
1984. — Created 1982 Ky. Acts ch. 141, sec. 12, effective July 1, 1982.