District of Columbia § 16-2399.08 Effect of guardianship order.

District of Columbia Statutes

§ 16-2399.08 — Effect of guardianship order.

District of Columbia § 16-2399.08

Title 16Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]

Ch. 23Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings.

Subch. VIVulnerable Youth Guardian.

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D.C. Code § 16-2399.08 (2026).

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(a)Unless the court specifies other rights and responsibilities, the guardian shall have the following rights and responsibilities concerning the vulnerable youth:

(1)The guardian shall ensure that the legal rights of the vulnerable youth are not violated;

(2)The guardian shall provide care and support to the vulnerable youth to promote the youth's stability and wellness; and

(3)The guardianship will promote the physical, mental, and emotional health of the vulnerable youth.

(b)The guardian shall not be liable to third persons by reason of the relationship for acts of the vulnerable youth.

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(a) Unless the court specifies other rights and responsibilities, the guardian shall have the following rights and responsibilities concerning the vulnerable youth:

(1) The guardian shall ensure that the legal rights of the vulnerable youth are not violated;

(2) The guardian shall provide care and support to the vulnerable youth to promote the youth's stability and wellness; and

(3) The guardianship will promote the physical, mental, and emotional health of the vulnerable youth.

(b) The guardian shall not be liable to third persons by reason of the relationship for acts of the vulnerable youth.