Formulated by Joy Lynne E. Doctor 1. What is a guardian ad litem according to A.M. NO. 02-1-19-SC?

Answer: "Guardian ad litem is a person appointed by the court where the case is pending for a child sought to be committed to protect his best interests. (A.M. NO. 02-1-19-SC, Sec. 3., (r)) 2. Who may file for the petition for custody of minors? Answer: A verified petition for the rightful custody of a minor may be filed by any person claiming such right. The party against whom it may be filed shall be designated as the respondent (A.M. No. 03-04-04-SC, Sec.2). 3. A. In awarding custody, the court shall consider the best interests of the minor and shall give paramount consideration to his material and moral welfare. B. If the petitioner fails to appear personally at the pre-trial, the case shall be dismissed without exception. Answer: c. If statement A is true, and statement B is false. (A.M. No. 0304-04-SC, Sec. 14, Sec. 11) 4. As regards to Temporary Custody of Child, the duly licensed childplacement or child-caring agency or individual to whom a child has been committed: Answer: a. may file a verified motion with the court which granted the petition for involuntary commitment of a child to place him in the care of any suitable person, upon the latter's request, for a period not exceeding one month at a time. (A.M. NO. 02-1-19-SC, Sec. 4, (m)) 5. When may the Court motu proprio or upon application under oath of any of the parties, guardian or designated custodian, issue provisional orders and protection orders with or without a hearing and may be enforced immediately, with or without a bond, and for such period and under such terms and conditions as the court may deem necessary? Answer: Upon receipt of a verified petition for declaration of absolute nullity of void marriage or for annulment of voidable marriage, or for legal separation, and at any time during the proceeding (A.M. No. 02-11-12-SC, Sec.1).