Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

Can a 20 year old step brother become a legal guardian of a 17 year old?


Asked on 7/22/10, 7:48 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Smith LawSmith

It may be possible for a step brother to become a guardian or conservator of a step sibling. However, it is is more likely that the brother be givien temporary custody by the Family Court or family servcies. If there are parents or other relaives over twenty-one, it may be difficult for the twent year old to sheo that the chidl is n eed of a guardian, let alone tah they be appointed over the other older and possibly blood-relatives.

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Answered on 7/23/10, 11:53 am


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