Standby Guardian Designation - North Carolina

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A North Carolina parent with a progressive chronic illness, an irreversible fatal illness, or another qualifying circumstance can designate a standby guardian to care for a child if the parent dies or becomes unable to care for the child. A North Carolina parent with a progressive chronic illness, an irreversible fatal illness, or another qualifying circumstance can designate a standby guardian to care for a child if the parent dies or becomes unable to care for the child.

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Who this form is for

• A North Carolina parent with a progressive chronic illness, an irreversible fatal illness, or another qualifying circumstance can designate a standby guardian to care for a child if the parent dies or becomes unable to care for the child.

What you'll need

• Read the packet and check the receiving agency's required form.
• Gather the names, dates and supporting records requested in the document.
• Review the packet's signing, identification and witness instructions.

How to complete it

1. Name the guardian and triggering events (Page 1) Choose what starts the standby guardian’s authority and its scope.
2. Sign with two witnesses and a notary (Page 2) The designation is signed before two adult witnesses, neither of them the standby guardian. We recommend also notarizing it, and can provide witnesses for an additional fee.
3. Give copies to the standby guardian and keep the original safe.
4. The standby guardian must petition the clerk of superior court within 90 days after the triggering event.

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