Statutes – Maryland Standby Guardian Laws

Definition (§ 13-901(f)) – “Standby guardian” means a person:

1. Appointed by a court under § 13–903 of this subtitle as standby guardian of the person or property of a minor, whose authority becomes effective on the incapacity or death of the minor’s parent, or on the consent of the parent; or
2. Designated under § 13–904 of this subtitle as standby guardian of the person or property of a minor, whose authority becomes effective on the incapacity of the minor’s parent, on the debilitation and consent of the parent, or in the event of an adverse immigration action against the parent and the consent of the parent.

Statutory Form – § 13-904(b)(3)

Signing Requirements – Acknowledgment of Two (2) Witnesses (§ 13-904(a))