one of the forms of protection of personal and property rights of incapacitated citizens. It is regulated by the Family Code of the Russian Federation and the Civil Code of the Russian Federation. Guardianship is established for children under 15 years of age and for persons recognized by the court as incapable due to mental illness or intellectual impairment. Guardianship for minors is formalized by educational authorities, for incapacitated adults – by health authorities.