Arizona § 14-5208 - Consent to service by acceptance of appointment; notice

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-5208 — Consent to service by acceptance of appointment; notice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 14-5208. Consent to service by acceptance of appointment; notice

By accepting a testamentary or court appointment as guardian a guardian submits personally to the jurisdiction of the court in any proceeding relating to the guardianship that may be instituted by any interested person. Notice of any proceeding shall be delivered to the guardian, or mailed to him by ordinary mail at his address as listed in the court records and to his address as then known to the petitioner. Letters of guardianship must indicate whether the guardian was appointed by will or by court order.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 14-5208

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-5208 cover?

Section 14-5208 ("Consent to service by acceptance of appointment; notice") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Arizona § 14-5208?

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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