JC 17a, Order of Disposition, Child In Home - Michigan Courts 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the JC 17a in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in the child's details in Section 1. Include the name, county of legal residence, race, sex, date of birth, and place of birth for each child listed.
3. In Section 2, provide information about the parents or guardians. Indicate if they are respondents by checking the appropriate box and list their names along with relevant details such as address and telephone number.
4. Proceed to Section 3 to indicate whether there are any pending or resolved cases involving the family. Select the appropriate option based on your situation.
5. In Section 4, check all applicable provisions under MCL 712A.2(b)(1)-(6) that pertain to the children’s circumstances.
6. Detail reasons why it is contrary to the welfare of the children in Section 5 and outline reasonable efforts made to prevent removal in Section 6.
7. Finally, complete Sections 7 and 8 by providing specific allegations and requests for court action. Ensure you sign and date at the bottom before submitting.

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