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Begin by entering the county name at the top of the form, ensuring it reflects the correct jurisdiction.
Fill in the names, sex, age, and date of birth for each child involved in the case. Make sure all details are accurate to avoid delays.
Provide information about the (putative) father and mother, including their names and addresses. This section is crucial for establishing legal guardianship.
Indicate where the child(ren) currently reside(s) and who has custody. This helps clarify living arrangements.
Detail any conditions that necessitate court intervention under O.C.G.A. §15-11-2(8). Be specific about why protection is needed.
Complete any additional sections regarding custody status and shelter care facilities if applicable.
Finally, sign and date the petition at the bottom, ensuring all required signatures are present before submission.

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What are the rights of a juvenile in Georgia?

Like adults, juveniles have rights when they are charged with a crime in Georgia. You have the right to enter a plea of not guilty. You have the right to an attorney throughout all trial proceedings. If you cannot afford an attorney, you have the right to ask the court to appoint one at no cost to you.

What happens after a petition is filed in the juvenile justice system in Georgia?

Once a petition is filed, the Court schedules an arraignment hearing where the child learns about the exact charges against him/her and what his or her constitutional rights are. The child appears before a Judge and enters a formal plea to the charges (guilty or not guilty).

What is a juvenile complaint in Georgia?

When a child under the age of 17 commits a delinquent act (a crime, if committed by an adult) or an unruly act (runaway, truancy, curfew, etc.,) a complaint is filed in the Juvenile Court. A police officer, parent or private citizen can file a complaint, which is the equivalent of an adult arrest warrant.

How do I file an unruly child petition in GA?

A petition in a CHINS case may be filed by a parent, guardian, legal custodian, law enforcement officer, a guardian ad litem, or a prosecuting attorney. O.C.G.A. 15-11-420. In most cases, petitions are filed by prosecuting attorneys.

What age can a child decide who they want to live with in Georgia?

In all custody cases in which the child has docHubed the age of 14 years, the child shall have the right to select the parent with whom he or she desires to live. The childs selection for purposes of custody shall be presumptive unless the parent so selected is determined not to be in the best interests of the child.