Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor

There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.

Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor is a commonly used form within Georgia. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:

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• This form pertains to the State of Georgia

Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Georgia’s Form GPCSF 30 - Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Georgia form based on the name and ID if applicable

Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Georgia probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.

Step 2 - Complete the Document

Fill out all relevant fields in Form GPCSF 30, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in GA are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!

Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form GPCSF 30 online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).

Step 3 - Have Form GPCSF 30 witnessed or notarized (if required)

Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.

Step 4 - Submit Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor to the relevant office

This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.

It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.

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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.

While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.

Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Georgia.

5 reasons you should submit GPCSF 30 as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Georgia can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
   
   Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?

2. In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.

3. Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.

4. It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Georgia. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.

5. If a house in the State of Georgia is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.

If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Georgia probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Georgia probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form GPCSF 30, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Georgia probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Georgia.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form GPCSF 30 - Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Georgia probate court office.

Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Georgia-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.

Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Georgia Form GPCSF 30 - Petition For Letters Of Conservatorship Of Minor. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

PETITION FOR LETTERS OF CONSERVATORSHIP OF MINOR INSTRUCTIONS I. Specific Instructions 1. When to use this form: When a child is entitled to proceeds or any other property from whatever source. 2. Who should file this form: a. A natural guardian when the net settlement amount is more than $15,000.00. However, a natural guardian may file a conservatorship petition when the proceeds are $15,000.00 or less, if deemed necessary by the parties and/or Court. The term “gross settlement” is defined by O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 3. b. Anyone else when the natural guardian is unable or unwilling to be appointed as conservator. 3. This form may be used in conjunction with a Petition to Compromise Doubtful Claim of Minor/Adult Ward when petitioning the Probate Court for authorization to compromise a doubtful personal injury claim of a minor pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 3. 4. The full particulars as to the facts that give rise to the Minor’s entitlement to the assets should be listed specifically in the Petition. 5. According to Uniform Probate Court Rule 5.6 (A), unless the Court specifically assumes the responsibility, it is the responsibility of the moving party to prepare the proper citation and deliver it properly so it can be served according to law. All pages after the Notice regarding Uniform Probate Court Rule 5.6 (A) are to be completed by the moving party unless otherwise directed by the Court. 6. An oath must be administered by a Probate Judge or Clerk [the oath cannot be administered by a notary]. Use Georgia Probate Court Standard Form 35 for the oath. The oath is not included in this form. Georgia Probate Court Standard Form 53, Commission to Administer Oath, can be used if the oath is to be administered by a court outside the State of Georgia. 7. O.C.G.A. § 53-11-2 provides that a party to a probate proceeding who is not sui juris must be represented by a guardian provided that the Court may appoint a guardian ad litem or determine that the natural guardian, guardian, conservator or testamentary guardian has no conflict and may serve. Should a guardian ad litem be necessary because a party is not sui juris, use Supplement 1. A guardian ad litem must be appointed if additional powers are being sought pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 22 (b) and/or (c). 8. Use Supplement 2 if the Court determines it is appropriate to appoint a special process server. 9. Use Supplement 3 when an additional certificate of service is necessary. GPCSF 30 [1] Eff. July 2015 10. The Court may require the Petitioner(s) to submit additional information. 11. Exhibits should be labeled at the bottom of each exhibit as Exhibit “A,” Exhibit “B,” etc. in consecutive order. The corresponding letter of each said exhibit should be inserted into the appropriate place in the form. 12. The Petition must list all the assets of the Minor regardless of the source of such assets. 13. When a structured settlement is to be purchased for the Minor, the terms of who is responsible for funding the annuity and terms of time limits for the purchase and/or funding should be included in the Final Order. The Petitioner(s) may file for discharge as conservator(s) when the conservatorship is completed. II. General Instructions General instructions applicable to all Georgia Probate Court Standard Forms are available in each Probate Court, labeled GPCSF 1. GPCSF 30 [2] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) PETITION FOR LETTERS OF CONSERVATORSHIP OF MINOR 1. The Petition of ___________________________________________________________, [Full name(s) of Petitioner(s)]First Middle Last who is/are domiciled in ______________________ County and resides at the following address, _____________________________________________________________________________, Street City County State Zip Code moves this Court to appoint a conservator(s) for the Minor: _____________________________________________________________________________, [Full name of Minor] First Middle Last age __________, whose date of birth is ________________________, whose social security number is _______________________ and who is found at: _____________________________ [Full Address] _____________________________________________________________________________. Street City County State Zip Code 2. Is the Minor a citizen of a foreign country? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes,” list name of country: _____________________________________ [If a guardianship or conservatorship is granted, pursuant to The Vienna Convention, the Probate Court must notify the Consul.] 3. Said Minor is entitled to receive personal or real property, by reason of: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ GPCSF 30 [1] Eff. July 2015 A complete list of the action, claim, or property of the Minor must be provided including the person or company that currently holds the claim or property. Attach supporting documentation to show the details of the property or claim as Exhibit “____.” 4. Petitioner(s) move(s) the Court to appoint: [ provide full name and address below] ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name(s) of Proposed Conservator(s)] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code as conservator(s), who is/are related to the Minor as follows _____________________________. 5. Do(es) the Proposed Conservator(s) have any financial interest in the Minor’s estate in any form or fashion? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes,” list the nature of the interest [e.g., joint ownership of property or any other type of financial interest in the Minor’s property]. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 6. Is/are the Proposed Conservator(s) prepared to obtain a bond prior to the Letters of Appointment being issued by the Court through an appropriate surety in an amount set by the Court pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 41? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “No,” explain: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ GPCSF 30 [2] Eff. July 2015 7. Is there a notarized witnessed document made by the parent of the Minor that deals with conservatorships of the Minor? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes,” list the Nominated Conservator [provide full name and address] and attach the document that nominates or expresses a preference for the conservator as Exhibit “____:” ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Telephone number(s) ____________________________________________________________ 8. In addition to the Petitioner(s) and the Nominated Conservator(s), the names and addresses of the following relatives of the Minor whose whereabouts are known: any parent of the Minor whose rights have not been terminated; if none, the adult siblings of the Minor, provided, however, that not more than three siblings be listed; if there are no adult siblings of the Minor, the grandparents of the Minor, provided, however, that not more than three grandparents need be listed; or if there are no grandparents of the Minor, any three of the nearest adult relatives of the Minor determined according to O.C.G.A. § 53-2- 1. ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Telephone number: ___________________________ Relation: __________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Telephone number: ___________________________ Relation: __________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Telephone number: ___________________________ Relation: __________________________ GPCSF 30 [3] Eff. July 2015 9. a. Has a Petition to Compromise Doubtful Claim been filed? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) b. Will a Petition to Compromise Doubtful Claim be filed? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes” to a. and/or b., provide the following below and attach a copy of the Petition and Final Order as Exhibit “____.” [It is not necessary to attach a copy of the compromised claim if it is filed in the same Court]: ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name of Petitioner] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Filed on _________________, 20____. in ___________________ County, in the State of ________________________________. If not yet filed, it is expected to be filed on _______________________, 20____. 10. Has a guardian been appointed? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes,” explain below: [Include full name and address of appointed Guardian, type of guardian (permanent, temporary, or testamentary) and attach a copy of the Final Order and Letters of appointment as Exhibit “____.”] ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full name of Guardian] First Middle Last ______________________________________________________________________________ [Full address] Street City County State Zip Code Filed on __________________, 20____, in __________________ County, in the State of __________________. If not yet filed, it is expected to be filed on _______________, 20____. 11. a. Has the Minor received any other assets other than shown in Paragraph 3? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) b. Does the Minor have income or any other sources of funds? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) c. Does the Minor have any liabilities or expenses? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) GPCSF 30 [4] Eff. July 2015 d. Does the Minor own real estate? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes” to a., b., c., and/or d., explain and provide full details of the assets or liabilities, including location of such assets or liabilities and provide account numbers if applicable: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 12. Is/are the Petitioner(s) requesting that the Proposed Conservator(s)be granted any additional powers pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 22? [Circle One] (Yes) (No) If you answer “Yes,” state the powers requested and the justifications for such powers below: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ [NOTE: the request of additional powers will cause a guardian ad litem to be appointed by the Court.] 13. Additional Data: [Where full particulars are lacking, state here the reasons for any such omission.] ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ GPCSF 30 [5] Eff. July 2015 WHEREFORE, Petitioner(s) pray(s) that: 1. service be perfected as required by law; and 2. the Nominated Conservator(s) be vested with authority as conservator(s) of said Minor. ______________________________________ Signature of First Petitioner ______________________________________ Signature of Second Petitioner, if any ______________________________________ Printed Name ______________________________________ Printed Name Address Address Telephone Number Telephone Number Signature of Attorney Printed Name of Attorney Address Telephone Number State Bar # GPCSF 30 [6] Eff. July 2015 VERIFICATION GEORGIA, _______________________ COUNTY Personally appeared before me the undersigned Petitioner(s) who, after being duly sworn, state(s) that the facts set forth in the foregoing Petition and the attached Exhibit(s) are true and correct. Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of __________, 20___. ___________________________________ NOTARY/CLERK OF PROBATE COURT My Commission Expires ______________ ____________________________________ Signature of First Petitioner ____________________________________ Printed Name of First Petitioner Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of __________, 20___. ___________________________________ NOTARY/CLERK OF PROBATE COURT My Commission Expires ______________ ____________________________________ Signature of Second Petitioner, if any ____________________________________ Printed Name of Second Petitioner, if any GPCSF 30 [7] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) SELECTION OF THE MINOR I, the undersigned Minor, being 14 years of age or older and a resident of _____________ County, select ____________________________________________________ to be appointed my conservator(s). This ______ day of __________________________, 20 ____. ____________________________________ Signature of Minor, if age 14 or over ____________________________________ Printed Name GPCSF 30 [8] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR. ) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SERVICE AND CONSENT TO APPOINTMENT OF NOMINATED CONSERVATOR(S) The undersigned, being over 18 years of age, laboring under no legal disability and being interested persons named in the foregoing Petition, hereby acknowledge service of a copy of the Petition for Letters of Conservatorship of Minor, waive further service and notice, and hereby assent to the appointment of the Nominated Conservator(s) for the above Minor without further delay. Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of _______________, 20_____. ______________________________________ NOTARY/ CLERK OF PROBATE COURT My Commission Expires _________________ Signature Printed Name Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of _______________, 20_____. ______________________________________ NOTARY/ CLERK OF PROBATE COURT My Commission Expires _________________ Signature Printed Name Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of _______________, 20_____. ______________________________________ NOTARY/ CLERK OF PROBATE COURT My Commission Expires _________________ Signature Printed Name GPCSF 30 [9] Eff. July 2015 NOTICE REGARDING UNIFORM PROBATE COURT RULE 5.6 (A): THE FOLLOWING PAGES ARE TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PETITIONER (MOVING PARTY) UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY THE COURT. GPCSF 30 [10] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) ORDER FOR SERVICE OF NOTICE The foregoing Petition for Letters of Conservatorship of Minor having been filed and it appearing that the following interested parties did not acknowledge service, it is ORDERED that notice be served on the individuals listed in Paragraph 8 of the Petition: [Strike through the paragraphs that are not applicable] a. Notice must be served personally on the following individual(s) who reside(s) in Georgia: ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ b. Notice must be served by first class mail, at least 14 days before the Petition can be granted, on the following individual(s) who reside(s) outside this state at a known address: ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ SO ORDERED this _____ day of __________________, 20____. __________________________________________ Judge of the Probate Court GPCSF 30 [11] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) NOTICE __________________________________________ HAS/HAVE FILED A PETITION FOR LETTERS OF CONSERVATORSHIP FOR __________________________________ TO BE APPOINTED CONSERVATOR(S) OF ____________________________________, A MINOR. [Strike through the paragraphs that are not applicable] TO: _______________________________________________________________________, [List all interested persons who reside in Georgia to be served personally] This is to notify you to file your objection, if there is any, either to the establishment of the conservatorship or to the selection of the identified individual as conservator, or both, in this Court on or before the tenth (10th) day after the date you are personally served. TO: _______________________________________________________________________, [List all interested persons having known addresses outside this state to be served by first class mail] This is to notify you to file your objection, if there is any, either to the establishment of the conservatorship or to the selection of the identified individual as conservator, or both, in this Court on or before the fourteenth (14th) day after _____________________, 20____ (the date of the mailing of this Notice to you by first class mail). BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All objections must be writing and should be signed before a notary public or Probate Court clerk and filing fees must be tendered with your objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. If an objection is filed, a hearing will be (held in the Probate Court of ________________________ County, courtroom ________________, address _________________________, Georgia on ______________ at ______ o’clock ___.m.) (scheduled at a later date). If no objection is filed, the Petition may be granted without a hearing. _______________________________ Address _______________________________ _______________________________ Telephone Number ________________________________ Judge of the Probate Court By:_____________________________ Clerk/Deputy Clerk of the Probate Court Date of Mailing, if any: ____________________________ GPCSF 30 [12] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) ORDER The Petition for Letters of Conservatorship of Minor having been read and considered, and it appearing that the facts stated therein are true, and that it is in the best interest of the Minor to appoint the C onservator(s) listed below, [Strike through any portion of the order that is not applicable] IT IS ORDERED that ___________________________________________________ be vested with all the authority as conservator(s) of said Minor, to receive the Minor’s estate and manage it according to law and that Letters of Conservatorship issue upon the taking of the prescribed oath and upon the posting of bond in the amount of $ _________________________. The bond (has) (has not) been posted as of the date of this Order. Said Conservator(s) should be appointed because ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________. The appointed Conservator(s) shall have no authority to act on behalf of the Minor until Letters of Conservatorship have issued. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Conservator(s) requested and shall have the following powers pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 22 (b): [Initial all applicable] _____ (a) To invest the Minor’s property in the following investments, being investments other than those authorized in O.C.G.A. § 29-3-32 without further Court approval: ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________; _____ (b) To sell, rent, lease, exchange, or otherwise dispose of the Minor’s following real or personal property without complying with the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 35, other than the provisions for additional bond set forth in subsection (e) of O.C.G.A. § 29-3-35: _______________________________________________________________________; and/or _____ (c) T o continue the operation of the following farm or business in which the Minor has an interest: ________________________________________________________________. GPCSF 30 [13] Eff. July 2015 And, after notice to the appointed guardian ad litem, the following powers pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 22 (c): [Initial all applicable] _____ (a) To make disbursements that exceed the annual income or, if applicable, the annual budget amount which has been approved by the Court pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 30 by no more than $ _________ per (month) (year) for the support, care, education, health, and welfare of the Minor; subject to subsequent court order. _____ (b) T o enter into contracts for labor or services, being ____________________________ _______________________________________________________________________, for which the compensation payable under the contracts when combined with other disbursements from the estate exceeds the annual income or, if applicable, the annual budget amount which has been approved by the Court pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 30; _____ (c) To make specific investments of the Minor’s property that do not comply with the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 32, pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 34, being: __________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________; _____ (d) To sell, rent, lease, excha nge, or otherwise dispose of specific items of the Minor’s real or personal property without complying with the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 35, other than those provisions for additional bond set forth in O.C.G.A. § 29-3-35 (e), being: ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________; _____ (e) To compromise a contested or doubtful claim for or against the Minor pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 3, being a claim made by/against ___________________ _______________________________________________________________________; _____ (f) To release ___________________________________________________________, a debtor, and compromise a debt when the collection of the debt is doubtful; _____ (g) To establish or add the following property to a trust for the benefit of the Minor.: ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________; _____ (h) To disclaim or renounce any property or interest in the following property of the Minor. __________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________; and/or _____ ( i) To engage in estate planning for the Minor pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 36: ______________________________________________________________. GPCSF 30 [14] Eff. July 2015 [Initial if applicable] _____ IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, within 30 days of the date hereof, the clerk/deputy clerk shall file the Certificate of Creation of Conservatorship in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 10 (b) with the Clerk of Superior Court of each county in this State in which the Minor owns real property. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Conservator(s) shall: 1. Keep the Minor’s funds separate from his/her/their own; 2. Not sell or give away any of the Minor’s property without a court order; 3. Not spend any of the Minor’s funds for any purpose except as set forth in the Court- approved budget. A minor has no obligation to support himself or herself or any member of his or her household; 4. File with this Court a management plan; an inventory of the Minor’s funds within two months of the date the Letters of Conservatorship issue; and an annual return within sixty (60) days after each anniversary date of the issuance of Letters of Conservatorship, unless the Court has approved a different accounting period; 5. Turn over to the Minor any of the Minor’s property in his/her/their possession when the Minor reaches 18; 6. Not use the Minor’s funds for his/her/their own benefit; 7. Always keep the Court informed of his/her/their name(s), address(es), or the location(s); 8. Always keep the Court informed of the name(s), address(es), or the location of the Minor; 9. Not place his/her/their name(s) on the title of any funds and/or accounts belonging to the Minor unless he/she/they specifically is/are designated in the title of the account as conservator(s) of the Minor; 10. Promptly disclose to the Court any conflict of interest between the Conservator(s) and the Minor when such conflict of interest arises or becomes known to the Conservator(s); and 11. Keep accurate records, including adequate supporting data, as required by law. [Initial if applicable] _____ IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Conservator(s) is/are authorized to spend or deliver to the Guardian(s) of the Minor the sum of $ ____________________ per month for the benefit of the Minor. SO ORDERED this _______ day of ___________________________, 20_____. _____________________________ Judge of the Probate Court GPCSF 30 [15] Eff. July 2015 [Above space to be used for filing in Superior Court Clerk’s Office of Deeds and Records] Probate Court Return Mailing Address: _______________________________ _______________________________ IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) CERTIFICATE OF CREATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP (Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 29-3- 10 (b)) GRANTOR [ NAME OF MINOR]: _________________________________________________ GRANTEE(S) [NAME(S) OF CONSERVATOR(S) OF ABOVE MINOR]: __________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ A Conservatorship has been created for the above-named Minor. The Minor attains the age of majority on __________________________________ at which time the conservatorship shall automatically terminate. Original Certificate delivered or mailed to Clerk of Superior Court of ________________ County on ________________________________________, 20______. I do hereby certify that the above information is based on the Order of the Probate Court issued on ________________________________ and that the above information is true and correct. By: ___________________________________________ PROBATE CLERK/DEPUTY CLERK GPCSF 30 [16] Eff. July 2015 IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF _______________________ STATE OF GEORGIA IN RE: ESTATE OF ) ) ______________________________________, ) ESTATE NO. _____________ MINOR ) ______________________________________, ) DATE OF BIRTH LETTERS OF CONSERVATORSHIP OF MINOR TO: _________________________________________________________________, Conservator(s) The above-named Minor has been found by this Court to be in need of a conservator, and this Court has entered an Order designating you as such Conservator(s). You have assented to this appointment by taking your oath and posting bond. In general, your duties as Conservator(s) are to protect and maintain the property of the above-named Minor. Your authority to act pursuant to these Letters is subject to applicable statutes and to any special orders entered in this case. Special Instructions: 1. You must keep the Minor's funds separate from your own. You should put the Minor’s funds in a separate checking or savings account, as appropriate, and make all payments by check. A minor has no obligation to support him/herself or any member of his or her household. 2. You may not sell, mortgage, give away, or otherwise dispose of any of the Minor’s property without a court order. 3. You may not spend any of the Minor’s funds for any purpose except as set forth in the Court approved budget without a court order. 4. You must file within two months of your appointment an inventory showing the Minor’s property and a plan for managing, expending, and distributing the property. Further, you must file, within sixty (60) days of each anniversary date of these Letters an annual return, showing all receipts and disbursements, accompanied by an affidavit certifying that the original vouchers (checks) have been compared with the items listed on the return, and that the return is correct, together with an updated inventory and plan for managing the property. A copy of said return shall be sent by first class mail to the Surety, the Minor, and the Guardian, if any. 5. The regular commissions allowed a conservator are 2.5% on all sums of money received and 2.5% on all sums paid out, as shown by the annual or final return. There are special rules concerning commissions for property delivered in kind, interest earned, extraordinary services, and market value of property held as of the last day of your reporting period. 6. You must keep the Court informed of any change in your name or address and promptly notify the Court of any conflict of interest arising between you and the Minor. 7. You must inform the Court of any change as to the address of the Minor. 8. Please consult your attorney if you have any questions. 9. Your authority to act pursuant to these Letters is subject to applicable statutes and to any special orders entered in this case. Given under my hand and official seal, this ______ day of_____________________, 20_____. ________________________________ NOTE: The following must be signed if the Judge of the Probate Court Judge does not sign the original of this document. Issued By: _________________________________ [Seal] PROBATE CLERK/DEPUTY CLERK GPCSF 30 [17] Eff. July 2015