Child Protection Proceedings

Posted on June 19th, 2018

What is it?

Protection of a child under age 18 in situations where the child is being abused or neglected.

Where do I go?

The Family Court where the minor resides or the offense against the child occurred. Initial reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect should be made to law enforcement and/or F.…

Adoption

Posted on June 19th, 2018

What is it? 

Legally taking parental responsibilities for a child.

Where do I go?

The Family Court where the minor or the petitioner resides.…

Witness

Posted on June 19th, 2018
One who testifies to what (s)he has seen, heard or otherwise observed.…

Warrant of Arrest

Posted on June 19th, 2018
An order issued by a judge or magistrate to a police officer requiring the arrest of the person named in the warrant.…

Warrant

Posted on June 19th, 2018
An order issued by a judge which allows police to arrest a person. (See Bench Warrant).…

Waive

Posted on June 19th, 2018
To give up a right, claim or privilege.…

Visitation Order

Posted on June 19th, 2018
An order that establishes time between the children and the parent with whom (s)he do not primarily reside. Also known as a “parenting time order”.…

Venue

Posted on June 19th, 2018
The county in which proceedings may be commenced. Also, see Change of Venue.…

UIFSA

Posted on June 19th, 2018
An abbreviation for “Uniform Interstate Family Support Act.” Pertains to support actions where the parents do not live in the same state.…

Travel Permit

Posted on June 19th, 2018
A legal document giving a person on probation permission to travel to another state during his or her probation period. This permit will list specific dates and locations of travel that the court has allowed.…