Ohio § 5905.05
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5905.05, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5905.05.
A petition for the appointment of a guardian may be filed by any relative or friend
of the ward or by any person who is authorized to file such a petition. If there is no authorized person or if the authorized person fails to file such
a petition within thirty days after mailing of notice by the veterans' administration
to the last known address of the person indicating the necessity for such petition,
a petition for appointment may be filed by any resident of this state. The petition for appointment shall set forth: (A) The name, age, and place of residence of the ward; (B) The name and place of residence of the nearest relative, if known; (C) The fact that the ward is entitled to receive benefits payable by or through the
veterans' administration; (D) The amount of money then due and the amount of probable future payments; (E) The name and address of the person or institution having actual custody of the ward; (F) The name, age, relationship, occupation, and address of the proposed guardian; (G) The number of wards for whom the nominee is presently acting as guardian, if the
nominee is a natural person. Notwithstanding any law as to priority of persons entitled to appointment, or the
nomination in the petition, the court may appoint some other individual or a bank
or trust company as guardian, if the court determines it is for the best interest
of the ward. In the case of a mentally incompetent ward the petition shall show that such ward
has been rated incompetent by the veterans' administration on examination in accordance
with the laws and regulations governing the veterans' administration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5905.05
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5905.05 cover?
Section 5905.05 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 5905.05?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 5905.05 apply to my situation?
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