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Guardianship supervision is a legal mechanism designed to oversee the activities of a guardian, particularly in the management of assets and the performance of civil transactions related to the ward.
This mechanism aims to prevent abuse, asset misappropriation, and conflicts of interest, especially in cases where the ward is a minor, a person who has lost civil act capacity, or a person with difficulties in cognition or behavioral control.
Under Article 59 of the 2015 Civil Code, a guardian is required to manage the ward’s assets as their own and is not allowed to dispose of such assets at their own discretion.
In particular, transactions involving assets of significant value, including:
Sale or exchange of assets
Leasing, lending, or borrowing
Pledge, mortgage, or deposit
Other civil transactions
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In practice, many family disputes arise after assets have already been transferred or used for improper purposes. At that stage, resolving the consequences is often irreversible. Early registration of guardianship supervision is therefore the most effective preventive measure.
Where a guardian carries out transactions that:
Do not serve the ward’s interests
Result in asset loss
Exceed the limits permitted by law
Registering guardianship supervision provides a valid legal basis for the supervisor to:
Intervene in a timely manner
Request suspension of the transaction
Propose a change of guardian in accordance with Article 60 of the 2015 Civil Code
➡️ This serves as a critical legal safeguard to protect the ward’s rights before actual damage occurs.
Pursuant to Clause 1, Article 51 of the 2015 Civil Code, the following persons or entities have the right to request the establishment of guardianship supervision:
Relatives of the ward
The ward who is 15 years of age or older
Child protection agencies or other competent authorities
Relatives may:
Agree to appoint a supervisor from within the family
Or select an independent individual or legal entity to act as the supervisor to ensure objectivity
For wards aged 15 or older, the law allows them to express their opinions and propose supervision in order to protect their own lawful rights and interests.
In practice, many families meet the conditions for supervision but fail to register it properly, resulting in:
Invalid or incomplete dossiers
Supervision arrangements with no legal effect
Inability to intervene when disputes arise
Early involvement of a lawyer helps to:
Assess legal risks in the guardianship relationship
Determine the appropriate timing for supervision or guardian replacement
Prepare legally compliant applications and documentation
Represent clients before competent authorities
Minimize prolonged internal family disputes
GIVLAW provides in-depth legal services in the field of guardianship, including:
Legal advice on guardianship and guardianship supervision
Registration of guardianship supervisors
Resolution of disputes relating to the ward’s assets
Requests for guardian replacement in accordance with the law
We do more than explain the law—we focus on protecting assets, safeguarding rights, and ensuring long-term legal security for families.
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