Florida H0737 amends guardianship laws to disqualify certain individuals from being appointed as guardians.

Florida H0737 amends guardianship laws by disqualifying individuals convicted of a felony within the last 10 years, those incapable of performing guardian duties, and those with a history of abuse or neglect against children. It also prohibits guardians from maintaining professional or business relationships with the ward. The bill allows courts to appoint a guardian with a past felony conviction if specific conditions are met, such as the conviction being over 10 years old and the person being a close relative of the ward. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

Florida H0737 amends guardianship laws to disqualify certain individuals from being appointed as guardians.

Florida H0737 amends guardianship laws by disqualifying individuals convicted of a felony within the last 10 years, those incapable of performing guardian duties, and those with a history of abuse or neglect against children. It also prohibits guardians from maintaining professional or business relationships with the ward. The bill allows courts to appoint a guardian with a past felony conviction if specific conditions are met, such as the conviction being over 10 years old and the person being a close relative of the ward. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.