Section 392-164-175. Guardian—Definition.  


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  • As used in this chapter, the term "guardian" means a person who:
    (1) Has been appointed to be the legal guardian of a child through formal proceedings in accordance with state law;
    (2) Would qualify as a legal guardian of a particular child under Washington state law if formal guardianship proceedings were undertaken; or
    (3) Is standing in the place of a parent to a child by virtue of the fact that, with apparent parental consent, the child resides with such person: Provided, That if no objection has been filed to such residency, parental consent may be presumed.
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 28A.02.100. WSR 88-13-089 (Order 88-16), § 392-164-175, filed 6/20/88.]
RCW 28A.02.100. WSR 88-13-089 (Order 88-16), § 392-164-175, filed 6/20/88.