Florida § 39.825 - Petition for appointment of a guardian advocate.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 39.825 — Petition for appointment of a guardian advocate., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39.825. Petition for appointment of a guardian advocate.
A petition for appointment of a guardian advocate may be filed by the department, any relative of the child, any licensed health care professional, or any other interested person. The petition shall be in writing and shall be signed by the petitioner under oath stating his or her good faith in filing the petition. The form of the petition and its contents shall be determined by the Florida Rules of Juvenile Procedure.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 39.825
What does Florida Statutes § 39.825 cover?
Section 39.825 ("Petition for appointment of a guardian advocate.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 39.825?
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