CHC 819 - Continued custody hearing; time limitations - Louisiana Statutes

CHAPTER 5. CONTINUED CUSTODY PRIOR TO ADJUDICATION

Art. 819. Continued custody hearing; time limitations

If a child is not released to the care of his parents, a hearing shall be held by the court within three days after the child's entry into the juvenile detention center or shelter care facility. If the hearing is not held, the child shall be released unless the hearing is continued at the request of the child.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 1993, No. 634, §1, eff. June 15, 1993.