Can the court appoint a person other than a natural parent as a conservator?
The law presumes that the parents act in the best interest of the children and that the appointment of a parent as conservator is in the best interest of the child. However, this presumption may be overcome by evidence that such appointment would significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development. A finding of family violence involving the parents is sufficient to overcome the presumption. The court may appoint a parent, a competent adult-usually a blood relative, an authorized agency or a licensed child placing agency, depending on the circumstances.
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Can the court appoint a person other than a natural parent as a conservator?