§ 31-37-11-1 Time for filing petition alleging delinquency of child in detention
§ 31-37-11-2 Time for factfinding hearing or waiver hearing
§ 31-37-11-3 Waiver denied; time for factfinding hearing
§ 31-37-11-4 Waiver granted; computation of time
§ 31-37-11-5 Answer to petition alleging delinquency exceeding one year in aggregate
§ 31-37-11-6 Effect of continuances and actions of child on computation of time
§ 31-37-11-7 Release for noncompliance with time limits
§ 31-37-11-8 Prosecuting attorney’s motion for continuance because of absence of witness
§ 31-37-11-9 Order for continuance; grounds; discharge for failure to timely commence hearing
§ 31-37-11-10 Child causing delay; extension of time period
§ 31-37-11-11 Competency; time for factfinding hearing
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Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 31 > Article 37 > Chapter 11 - Time Limits for Petitions; Motions for Continuance

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • 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
  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • 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
  • Testify: Answer questions in court.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
  • Year: means a calendar year, unless otherwise expressed. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5