Conservator Handbook - Probate Court Of Mobile County Page 7
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21Purchase of Motor Vehicles:
General
The Conservator may not purchase a motor vehicle without prior court approval. Special
attention should be given to ensure that the motor vehicle is properly documented and titled in the
name of the Conservator for the Ward. The correct title is: “John Doe (Conservator’s name) as
conservator for XYZ (Ward’s name), an incapacitated person.”
If the Court approves a motor vehicle purchase, the Conservator must promptly file a report
with the Court that includes documentation confirming: title to the motor vehicle and insurance
coverage for the Ward and the motor vehicle.
Minors
Motor vehicle purchase requests regarding minor Wards must address the following points:
1.
The age of the minor and date of birth
2.
The reason for the proposed purchase (i.e., transportation for work, school, family
need, etc.)
Proof that the minor has a valid Alabama driver’s license
3.
4.
Proof that the minor has maintained a B average in school work
Proof that the minor has completed a driver’s education course
5.
6.
Information about how the minor and the motor vehicle will be insured, including who
will pay for the insurance coverage
7.
Information about how the motor vehicle will be maintained and cared for - who will pay
for the same
Budgeting For Routine Household Expenses:
General
Shortly after the Conservator receives the Letters of Conservatorship, the Conservator should
prepare a proposed budget for the household and living expenses of the Ward. This proposed budget
should be submitted to the court for approval.
Minors
Expenditures for minors can be difficult to navigate. In Alabama all parents have the legal
responsibility to provide maintenance and support for their children. This responsibility is joint and
several in nature.
The fact that one parent is disabled or deceased, does not modify the legal
responsibility of maintenance and support of the other parent. The assets of a minor must be utilized in
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