Statutes > New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 45 - Uniform Probate Code. > Article 5 - Protection of Persons Under Disability and Their Property, 45-5-101 through 45-5-617. > Section 45-5-201 - Appointment and status of guardian of minor; general.

Section 45-5-201 - Appointment and status of guardian of minor; general.

45-5-201. Appointment and status of guardian of minor; general.

A person becomes a guardian of a minor by parental appointment or upon appointment by the court.  The guardianship status continues until terminated, without regard to the location from time to time of the guardian or minor protected person.