Virginia § 16.1-355 - Review of standby guardianship
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 16.1-355 — Review of standby guardianship, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.1-355. Review of standby guardianship
A child's parent, stepparent, adult sibling or any adult related to the child by blood, marriage or adoption may petition the court which approved the standby guardian at any time following such approval and prior to any termination of the standby guardianship for review of whether continuation of the standby guardianship is in the best interests of the child. Notice of the filing of a petition shall promptly be given to the standby guardian, the child, if the child is twelve or more years of age, and each parent of the child whose identity and whereabouts are known or could reasonably be ascertained.
1998, c. 829.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 16.1-355
What does Code of Virginia § 16.1-355 cover?
Section 16.1-355 ("Review of standby guardianship") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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