Q: How can I regain guardianship and custody of my son in juvenile detention in Wisconsin?
I am trying to regain guardianship and custody of my son who is currently in juvenile detention for disorderly conduct. My sister has had guardianship since 2017 but now does not wish to care for him anymore. There are no prior court orders for custody. I am seeking information on emergency placement forms or other legal actions I can take to have my son live with me, as he needs to be with his father. I have been unable to find a lawyer to take my case.
A: Your sister can resign as guardian and nominate you in her place. Then, you need to file a Motion to be successor guardian to her guardianship.
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