SB 452 – Gives the family courts original jurisdiction to hear guardianship cases

• Sponsor: Justus
• LR Number: 1325S.01I
• Committee: Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence
• Last Action: 4/22/2013 - Hearing Cancelled S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
• Effective Date: August 28, 2013

Current Bill Summary

SB 452 - This act provides that a court must consider the best interest of a minor when granting a letter of guardianship. The act also gives the family courts jurisdiction to hear guardianship cases when the guardianship proceeding is not the result of a testamentary appointment.

JESSICA BAKER