How to end a guardianship of a minor
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Sometimes, parents are not able to care for their children. For example, they may have trouble managing their parental responsibilities due to substance abuse. The parents may have agreed that a relative should take over parenting their children through a guardianship. The decision could have been made between the parents and guardian, or by a court.
After some time, things may improve and the parents may be ready and able to care for their child again. However, the guardian does not agree to return the child to their parents. To end the guardianship, the parents will need to ask the court to end the guardianship over their child.
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