2005 Vermont Code - § 3077. — Termination and modification of guardianship

§ 3077. Termination and modification of guardianship

(a) Any person interested in the welfare of the ward may file a motion for termination or modification of the guardianship. Grounds for the termination or modification of the guardianship shall include:

(1) the death of the guardian;

(2) the failure of the guardian to file an annual report;

(3) the failure of the guardian to act in accord with an order of the court;

(4) a change in the ability of the ward to manage his or her personal care or financial affairs;

(5) a change in the capacity or suitability of the guardian for carrying out his or her powers and duties.

(b) When the grounds for termination or modification are those listed in subsections (a)(1), (2), (3), or (5) of this section, the court may appoint a successor guardian.

(c) Notice and hearing on the motion shall proceed in the manner set forth in sections 3064 and 3068 of this title.

(d) Marriage shall not extinguish a guardian's authority. (Added 1979, No. 76, § 15; amended 1985, No. 144 (adj. Sess.), § 161.)