# Estates and Trusts (GET)

## Title 13. Protection of Minors, Disabled Persons, Susceptible Adults, and Older Adults

### Subtitle 7

#### Section 13-701

(a) Unless prohibited by agreement or court order, the surviving parent of a minor may appoint by will one or more guardians and successor guardians of the person of an unmarried minor.

(b) The guardian need not be approved by or qualify in any court.

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Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)