Order Appointing Plenary Guardian Of A Person With A Disability {CCP 0204}

CCP 0204 - ORDER APPOINTING PLENARY GUARDIAN OF A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY. This form is used by the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Probate Division, to officially appoint a plenary guardian for a person who has been legally determined to be disabled. The form follows the filing of a petition requesting the court to appoint one or more individuals or entities to serve as the legal guardian of the person, the estate, or both. The court makes detailed findings regarding the proposed guardian’s residency, criminal background, qualifications under the Illinois Probate Act, and whether the guardianship is appropriate and necessary for the protection of the disabled person (referred to as the "Respondent"). It also addresses whether a guardian ad litem was necessary, the Respondent’s presence at the hearing, the factual basis supporting guardianship, and whether limited guardianship would be sufficient. Upon these findings, the court formally appoints the plenary guardian(s), outlines the requirements for issuing letters of guardianship, and establishes obligations for filing an inventory, budget, verified accounts, and annual reports. It may also require the guardian to complete a statutory training program, unless exempt. The order includes instructions for the clerk to notify state agencies such as the Illinois State Police and the Secretary of State regarding the ward’s firearm and driving privileges. It may address the discharge or extension of a guardian ad litem and authorize the submission of a fee petition if applicable. www.FormsWorkflow.com