N.J.S.A. 3B:12-23

Guardian for child of absconding or absent parent

3B:12-23. Guardian for child of absconding or absent parent If a resident of this State has or shall abscond or absent himself from the State, leaving a child under the age of 18 without sufficient provision for his maintenance and education, the surrogate of the county wherein the child resides, or the Superior Court, may appoint a guardian for his person or estate or both. The Superior Court may revoke the appointment when it shall appear proper. L.1981, c. 405, s. 3B:12-23, eff. May 1, 1982.

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