Do I have to file for guardianship at the same time I request a declaration of incompetency? – North Carolina Short Answer No. In North Carolina, you can ask the Clerk of Superior Court to decide incompetency first and file for the guardianship appointment afterward. Practically, most petitioners file both together using one combined petition…
How can I petition to become my father’s guardian once incompetency is declared? – North Carolina Short Answer In North Carolina, you can file one combined petition that asks the Clerk of Superior Court to (1) adjudicate your father incompetent and (2) appoint you as guardian, using AOC-SP-200. The clerk usually decides guardianship immediately after…
What forms and documentation do I need to submit a reimbursement request in a guardianship? – North Carolina Short Answer In North Carolina, a guardian seeking reimbursement must show the expense was reasonable and for the ward’s benefit, and support it with vouchers (receipts, invoices, and proof of payment). Routine reimbursements are usually submitted and…