Q: Do Parents have the right to a Court Appointed attorney in California guardianship cases w/ a 3rd party petitioner
A: In California guardianship cases, parents do not have an automatic right to a court-appointed attorney. However, if the parents are indigent and unable to afford an attorney, they may request that the court appoint one for them. The court will then consider the parents' financial situation and other relevant factors to determine whether to appoint an attorney for them. It's important to note that in cases where a third party is petitioning for guardianship, the interests of the child are the primary focus of the court, and the parents' rights may be limited.
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