Does the Guardian have to live in the same state as the Ward?

Most Judges frown on out-of-state Guardians, for several reasons. The Guardian is expected to oversee the care and well-being of the Ward by having regular contact and visitation. It includes going to MD visits, sitting through case reviews and filing timely reports with the court. The Guardian must be subject to the control of the court, and they can't go after someone who is out of state when they goof up. Ask about the particular Judge you are going to see.