§ 31-34-9-1 Request for authorization to file petition; representation of interests of state; deadlines and procedures
§ 31-34-9-2 Authorization to file petition; evidence; finding; determination for dual status assessment
§ 31-34-9-3 Petition; verification and contents
§ 31-34-9-4 Error in or omission of citation; effect
§ 31-34-9-5 Written request that child be taken into custody; evidence; finding
§ 31-34-9-6 Detention hearing
§ 31-34-9-7 Parties
§ 31-34-9-8 Dismissal on motion of person representing interests of state
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Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 31 > Article 34 > Chapter 9 - Filing of Petition Alleging That Child Is Child in Need of Services

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • in writing: include printing, lithographing, or other mode of representing words and letters. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
  • Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
  • Verified: when applied to pleadings, means supported by oath or affirmation in writing. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5