At any time after the approval of a guardian under section 257D.08, an at-risk juvenile or the currently appointed at-risk juvenile’s guardian may petition the juvenile court for appointment of a new guardian. The petition must state the name of the proposed new guardian and set forth the facts supporting the request. The court may appoint a new guardian if the court finds that:

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Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 257D.09

  • 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.
  • state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44

(1) the proposed new guardian is capable and reputable;

(2) the appointment of a new guardian is in the best interests of the at-risk juvenile; and

(3) both the at-risk juvenile and the proposed new guardian agree to the establishment of the guardianship.