Calaveras /divisions/probate-division

Source: https://www.calaveras.courts.ca.gov/divisions/probate-division

Probate Division

Probate Court Services is a specialized unit that handles investigations related to conservatorships, emancipation of a minor, freedom from parental control. guardianships, marriage permission for minors, and stepparent adoptions.

Conservatorships

Appointment of a person to oversee the finances and/or the care of an older adult or a developmentally disabled adult who cannot take care of him-/herself.

Emancipation of A Minor

Freeing a child from the control of a parent and giving the child some rights as an adult

Freedom From Parental Custody And Control

A process by which a parents rights can be terminated so an adoption proceeding can occur.

Guardianships

Appointment of a person to oversee the finances and/or the care of a child whose parents are unable to care of the child.

Marriage Permission For Minors

Anyone under 18 wishing to marry must have the approval of your parents and a court order.

Step-Parent Adoptions

A legal process in which one legal parent has custody of a minor and the stepmother or stepfather is seeking to become the legal parent of the child.

Investigation Fees