Guardianship in Nevada

What is Guardianship defined as in Nevada?

NRS 157.017 states that, Guardianship is the responsibility, and authority to care for a guardian, estate, or guardian and estate.

Why would Guardianship be granted?

A Guardianship could be granted of an adult for reasons of incompetency, mental illness and deficiency, or old age. For a minor, guardianship would be granted if there is a need to provide for the basic needs of that child, if the parents have been habitual alcohol or drug abusers, or if the parents have been convicted of a crime or domestic violence.

Who would be the most likely candidates for Guardian?

The court prefers family when appointing Guardianship. For example a spouse, an adult child, parent, an adult sibling, grandparent or adult grandchild, uncle, aunt, and adult niece/nephew would be favored over a family friend.

What is a Ward?

A “Ward” is the term used for the person who the guardian is assigned to.

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