Blog Posts in April, 2011
Posted on Apr 11, 2011 By Christine McGuire
A judge must advise an unrepresented child, parent or guardian of the right to representation; the right to have counsel appointed, subject to a claim of reimbursement. A judge must also advise the ...
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Posted on Apr 9, 2011 By Christine McGuire
After the judge finds jurisdiction, he or she must hear evidence on the most appropriate disposition for the child. To reach a decision the judge must consider the probation officer's social study and ...
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Posted on Apr 7, 2011 By Christine McGuire
When a judge declares a juvenile a ward of the court, the court may limit the control that the child's parent or guardian may exercise over the child. The judge must set out the limitations in the ...
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Posted on Apr 5, 2011 By Christine McGuire
The judge of the juvenile court has discretion at the child's disposition hearing to select probation or other forms of confinement in order to hold the minor accountable and to protect the public ...
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Posted on Apr 4, 2011 By Christine McGuire
After a judge declares wardship or terminates wardship for a juvenile under the age of 18, when proceedings for a dissolution, custody or parentage are pending, the judge may issue a protective order. ...
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Posted on Apr 3, 2011 By Christine McGuire
A judge may order the guardian or parent of a child to participate in an educational or counseling program. A judge may direct any orders to the guardian or parent that the court determines would aid ...
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Posted on Apr 2, 2011 By Christine McGuire
A judge may order the guardian or parent of a child to participate in an educational or counseling program. A judge may direct any orders to the guardian or parent that the court determines would aid ...
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Posted on Apr 1, 2011 By Christine McGuire
A judge may not remove a child from his or her parent's custody unless the court finds that the parent has failed to provide or is incapable of providing appropriate maintenance, training and ...
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