New Jersey § 3a:6-28
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:6-28, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3a:6-28.
In an action for the appointment of a guardian of the person, guardian of the estate,
or a guardian of the person and estate of a minor, the surrogate's court of the county
wherein he resides or, if he is a nonresident, wherein his real or personal estate
may be, or the Superior Court, upon inquiry into the circumstances, may appoint the
parents or either of them or the survivor of them as the guardian of the person, guardian
of the estate or guardian of the person and estate of the minor. If neither of said parents or the survivor of them will accept such guardianship,
then the heirs, or some of them, may be appointed as such guardian. If none of said heirs will accept such guardianship, then some other proper person
shall be appointed as the guardian of the person, guardian of the estate or as guardian
of the person and estate of said minor. This section shall not be construed to restrict the power of the court to appoint
a substitute guardian on the application of the minor or otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:6-28
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:6-28 cover?
Section 3a:6-28 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 3a:6-28?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 3a:6-28" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 3a:6-28 apply to my situation?
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