Juvenile Summons And Notice Of Hearing Abuse Neglect Dependency {J-142}

AOC-J-142 - JUVENILE SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING (ABUSE/NEGLECT/DEPENDENCY). This North Carolina juvenile summons and notice of hearing form is used when a petition is filed alleging that a juvenile is abused, neglected, or dependent. The form notifies parents, guardians, or other responsible adults of their right to legal representation and the schedule for various hearings, including prehearing conferences, hearings on nonsecure custody, and pre-adjudication hearings. The form includes instructions for the sheriff to serve the summons and petition to all parties. Important notices explain that, if allegations are proven, the court may issue a dispositional order addressing the juvenile’s needs, possibly involving removal from the parent’s custody, mandated treatment, or even termination of parental rights. The form also warns respondents of potential contempt of court if they fail to appear as required. G.S. 7B-406, -407, -504, -506. www.FormsWorkflow.com