Juvenile Summons And Notice Of Hearing Undisciplined Delinquent {J-340}

AOC-J-340 - JUVENILE SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING (UNDISCIPLINED/DELINQUENT). This North Carolina form is a summons and notice of hearing for juvenile cases involving allegations of delinquency or undisciplined behavior. It is issued to the juvenile, along with their parents, guardians, or custodians, when a petition has been filed. The form notifies them of required court appearances, such as hearings to determine custody, first appearance hearings (informing the juvenile of the allegations and assigning counsel if needed), and adjudicatory hearings to assess the petition’s validity. The form also informs guardians of their obligation to attend hearings and bring the juvenile to court, warning that non-compliance may lead to contempt charges, potentially resulting in fines or jail time. It explains the juvenile’s right to an attorney, which the court must appoint if the juvenile is alleged delinquent and does not already have legal representation. If the court finds the petition’s allegations to be true, a dispositional hearing may follow, allowing the court to issue orders affecting the juvenile’s custody, impose treatment or counseling requirements, and potentially require the parent to pay support, treatment costs, or legal fees. The form includes instructions for service by a sheriff or court counselor and a return section to document service attempts. G.S. 7B-1805. www.FormsWorkflow.com