Rule 24.02 - General Responsibilities of Guardians ad LitemIn every juvenile delinquency court case in which a guardian ad litem is appointed, the guardian ad litem shall:
(1) conduct an independent investigation to determine the facts relevant to the situation of the child and the family, which must include, unless specifically excluded by the court: reviewing relevant documents; meeting with and observing the child in the home setting and considering the child's wishes, as appropriate; and interviewing parents, caregivers, and others relevant to the case;(2) advocate for the child's best interests by participating in appropriate aspects of the case and advocating for appropriate community services when necessary;(3) maintain the confidentiality of information related to a case, with the exception of sharing information as permitted by law to promote cooperative solutions that are in the best interests of the child;(4) monitor the child's best interests throughout the judicial proceeding; and(5) present written reports on the child's best interests that include conclusions and recommendations and the facts upon which they are based.