North Dakota Code 30.1-27-07 – (5-207) Objection to the appointment of the testamentary guardian of minor – Procedure
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1. Any person interested in the welfare of a minor subject to a testamentary appointment of a guardian, including the minor, may object to the appointment of the testamentary guardian as contrary to the best interests of the minor within fourteen days of the filing of the report of the guardian ad litem.
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 30.1-27-07
- 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 an individual, organization, government, political subdivision, or government agency or instrumentality. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
- Probate: Proving a will
2. An objection must contain a statement alleging specific facts that demonstrate the appointment of the testamentary guardian is contrary to the best interests of the minor.
3. Upon filing of the objection or on the court’s own motion, the court immediately shall transfer the case to the juvenile court in the county where the original probate matter was filed.