Children, Families, and the Law, Center on
Date of this Version
2007
Abstract
Table of Contents:
The Basics
Common Questions
Rights
Special Concerns for Parents
Services Available to You if Needed
Responsibilities
The Court Process
Detention Hearing
Adjudication Hearing
Disposition Hearing
Review Hearing
Permanency Hearing
Termination of Parental Rights
Who’s Involved
The Judge
Your Attorney
Your Caseworker
Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)
County Attorney
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
Foster Care Review Board
Important Names, Addresses and Phone Numbers
Your Judge
Your Caseworker
Your Attorney
Your Child’s CASA Volunteer
Your Child’s GAL
Your Service Provider
Your Court Hearings
Definitions of Common Terms
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