[HPforGrownups] Who should raise Harry (was Sudden Thought re: the Dursleys)

[Amanda Lewanski]

No: HPFGUIDX 11246

Amy Z wrote:

> Well, according to Muggle law, at least American Muggles, Sirius would
> probably be his guardian; parents can name anyone they like guardian
> of their child and that's usually the godparent(s).  Right, list
> lawyers?  A relative could contest custody but the Dursleys
> wouldn't've done that.

Um, I didn't even *have* godparents, didn't know what they were until my
brother was asked to be one for a friend's child. So I wouldn't say
"usually the godparents," but yes, parents can indicate a preference for
who should raise their child(ren).

--Amanda


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