Full question:
what are the requirements to be come a ward of the state
- Category: Guardianship
- Date:
- State: National
Answer:
A person can become a ward of the state if they are deemed incompetent and have no one to care for them. To initiate this process, a guardianship proceeding is started. The court will assess whether the person is incompetent and unable to care for themselves. If the court finds them incompetent, it will appoint a guardian to manage the person's care and finances.
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