KRS 387.010: Definitions for KRS 387.010 to 387.280.

As used in KRS 387.010 to 387.280, unless the context requires otherwise:

(1) "Minor" means any person who has not reached the age of eighteen (18).

(2) "Interested person or entity" means an adult relative or friend of the minor, an

official or representa tive of a public or private agency, corporation, or association

concerned with the minor's welfare, or any other person found suitable by the

District Court.

(3) "Guardian" means an individual, agency, or corporation appointed by the District

Court to have care, custody, and control of a minor and to manage the minor's

financial resources.

(4) "Limited guardian" means an individual, agency, or corporation appointed by the

District Court to have care, custody, and control of a minor without the power to

manage the minor's financial resources.

(5) "Conservator" means an individual, agency, or corporation appointed by the District

Court to manage the financial resources of a minor.

(6) "Ward" means a person for whom a guardian, limited guardian, or conservator has

been appointed.

(7) "Parent" means a mother or father whose parental rights have not been terminated

or suspended by prior court order.