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All about the Kern County Guardian of Minor Bond

A financial guarantee ensuring the guardian manages the minor's affairs responsibly.

A guardian of minor bond is a fiduciary bond that protects the interests of a minor who cannot manage their own affairs. This bond ensures that the guardian will act in the best interests of the minor, overseeing their financial and personal matters in accordance with legal standards. It serves as a safeguard for the minor's assets and well-being, providing compensation for any mismanagement or misconduct by the guardian.

Credit score over 650,Appointed by the court as a guardian,Must have an attorney or prior experience in guardianship,No disputes regarding the minor's care or guardianship

Premium must be paid through the age of 18 or until the date of high school graduation, depending on the bonding company. Guardian bonds are often required by courts to ensure accountability in guardianship.

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Steps to Obtain a Kern County Probate Bond

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APPLY ONLINE

Complete the entire application online.
Many bonds instant approval, others within 24 hours or less.

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MAKE PAYEMNT

Once approved, receive approval email and make online payment using credit card or checking account.

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RECEIVE BOND

Most Kern County probate bonds can be delivered online instantly upon payment. If original required, we will mail within 24 hours.

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FILE WITH COURT

Once received, Kern County probate bonds require Principal's ORIGINAL INK signature, then it can be filed with court.

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Kern County PROBATE BOND
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Here are some of the most asked Kern County California surety bond questions

What are the basic requirements to obtain an Kern County probate bond?

The requirements for a fiduciary bond include: 1) Good credit without bankruptcy, foreclosures, or repossessions, and 2) An attorney. In some cases, bonds can be approved without an attorney for strong applicants with prior experience or relevant educational or occupational background. Working with an attorney who specializes in probate can improve approval chances with some bonding companies.

How can I pay for my Kern County probate bond?

Prepayment is required. Payment is ordinarilly processed directly by the bonding copmany issuing your bond. Most companies accept visa, mastercard, checking account. Some accept paypal and alternative payment methods, please ask. Most probate bonds are prepaid for 1 year, minor guardianship bonds are prepaid through the age of 18 or high school graduation.

What steps are involved in issuing an Kern County probate bond?

Once we receive all completed forms and requested information, we submit your application to an insurance company or broker. Some companies offer instant issue and instant pricing. An underwriter reviews the materials and may approve the bond, approve it with conditions, deny it, or request additional information. Once the fiduciary bond is approved, we send an email. After payment is received, we issue the bond within 24 hours. Upon receipt of your bond, sign the original with ink then it may be filed with court.

How long until I receive my Kern County probate bond?

Once payment is received, we will issue your surety bond within 24 hours, typically within 2 hours. Some bonding companies offer instant download when applying. If allowed by jurisdiction, we will email your bond for immediate printing. Otherwise, we send it via USPS First Class Mail with tracking. Overnight and courier services are available for an additional fee.

How is a surety bond different than insurance?

A surety bond differs from insurance in its purpose and function. Insurance is designed to cover potential losses or claims, with the risk spread across multiple policyholders. A surety bond, on the other hand, acts as a guarantee. It ensures the bonded party will fulfill their obligations or comply with legal requirements. If a claim is made on a bond, the surety company pays it, but the bonded party is required to reimburse the full amount. Bonds are not designed to absorb losses but to ensure compliance and financial responsibility.

Can you help with surety bonds for poor credit, disputed estates, or if I don't have an attorney?

Fiduciary bonds essentially act as a co-signer for the Principal, and no one wants to co-sign on a poor risk. If the Principal has poor credit or there are disputes within the estate, obtaining a bond becomes extremely difficult. While it is possible, the higher costs and prepayment requirements often exceed the expense of hiring an alternative fiduciary. We do not recommend or offer these types of bonds.

If you don’t have an attorney, approval may still be possible if you have a strong background, such as prior probate experience or relevant educational or occupational qualifications. However, working with an attorney is strongly recommended.

How to Change or Cancel a
Probate Court Bond

Any bond changes or cancellations require a court order. By law, neither the attorney, the principal, nor the agent can cancel a bond. Only the court can cancel or change a bond through a court order.

If the court issues an order to change or cancel your bond, please notify us by submitting a secure message on this website. Upload the bond discharge order or let us know if it is available on the court docket for download.

For changes, any additional pro-rated premium will be due if the bond amount is increased.

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Kern County Guardian of Minor Bond

We offer online applications and many California instant-issue bonds. But we specialize in old-fashioned service: Bonds for your state are handled by a referral partner who will issue your bond. Please contact the referral partner directly for all questions. Their contact information is as follows:

California Insurance Agency
LICENSE № 6002962
1-815-595-2088

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All about the Kern County Guardian of Minor Bond

Kern County's Trusted Source for Probate Court Bonds

Steps to Obtain a Kern County Probate Bond