38-2253. Dispositional hearing; purpose; time. - Kansas Statutes

38-2253

Chapter 38.--MINORS Article 22.--REVISED KANSAS CODE FOR CARE OF CHILDREN

      38-2253.   Dispositional hearing; purpose;time.(a) At a dispositional hearing, thecourt shall receive testimony and other relevant information with regard to thesafety and well beingof the child and may enter orders regarding:

      (1)   Case planning which sets forth the responsibilities and timelinesnecessary to achievepermanency for the child; and

      (2)   custody of the child.

      (b)   An order of disposition may be entered at the time of the adjudication ifnotice has beenprovided pursuant toK.S.A. 2009 Supp.38-2254, and amendments thereto, butshall be enteredwithin 30 daysfollowing adjudication, unless delayed for good cause shown.

      (c)   If the dispositional hearing meets the requirements ofK.S.A. 2009 Supp.38-2265, and amendments thereto,the dispositional hearing may serve as a permanency hearing.

      History:   L. 2006, ch. 200, § 48; Jan. 1, 2007.