The state of maine, for example, requires parents to file papers with a court in order to seek a temporary guardianship. [substeps] Some states limit informal arrangements, such as those made by letter, to a six month period in order to be effective.
[header] How to write a guardianship letter [title] Check if your state allows guardianship letters. [step] Not all states recognize guardianship letters. Instead, they require that even temporary custody issues be handled through the courts.