Rhode Island § 33-16-8 - Veterans’ Guardianships
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§ 33-16-8. Veterans’ Guardianships
R.I. Gen. Laws § 33-16-8
§ 33-16-8. Additional facts shown by petition — Selection of guardian.
The petition shall also set forth the name and address of the person or institution, if any, having actual custody of the ward and the name, age, relationship, if any, occupation and address of the proposed guardian, and if the nominee is a natural person, the number of wards for whom the nominee is presently acting as guardian. Notwithstanding any law as to priority of persons entitled to appointment, or the nomination in the petition, the court may appoint some other individual, a bank, or trust company as guardian, if the court determines it is for the best interest of the ward.
History of Section.
P.L. 1946, ch. 1711, § 5; G.L. 1956, § 33-16-8.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 33-16-8
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 33-16-8 cover?
Section 33-16-8 ("Veterans’ Guardianships") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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