What is the difference between guardianship proceedings in Probate Court and those in Juvenile Court?
Juvenile Court usually handles custody of children in a “dependency” proceeding, which requires proof that the childs parents are unable to provide parental care and control. Those proceedings can result in a custody order or, in some cases, a guardianship order. Probate Court guardianship proceedings are usually based on either parental consent or lack of objection, and if the guardianship becomes contested it usually must be moved to Juvenile Court.
