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How guardianship works in all 50 states and D.C.: burden of proof, lawyers for the adult, supported decision-making, parental powers of attorney and federal rules.
How Wyoming guardianship works: appointment on a preponderance of the evidence, counsel on court order, reports every six months, and relative caregiver options.
How Wisconsin guardianship works: ch. 54 for adults, s. 48.9795 for children, clear and convincing proof, a guardian ad litem, parental POAs and SDM agreements.
How West Virginia guardianship works: clear and convincing proof, a lawyer for every alleged protected person, closed hearings, standby guardians and conservators.
How Washington guardianship works under RCW 11.130: clear and convincing proof, a lawyer on request since 2026, limited orders first, and options for children.
How Virginia guardianship and conservatorship work: clear and convincing proof, a guardian ad litem in every case, review hearings, and options for children.
How Vermont guardianship works: Probate Division petitions, appointed counsel for adults, clear and convincing proof, and guardians for children.
How Rhode Island guardianship works: probate court, clear and convincing proof, limited guardianship first, a guardian ad litem in every adult case, and SDM.
How Oregon guardianship works under ORS chapter 125: clear and convincing proof, a court visitor for adults, when counsel is appointed, and parental POAs.
How South Dakota guardianship works under SDCL 29A-5: clear and convincing proof, a jury on demand, a lawyer on request, and parent-nominated guardians.
How South Carolina guardianship works: probate court for adults, family court for children, clear and convincing proof, appointed counsel, and alternatives.