§ 14-1-12 - Form and contents of petition. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 14-1-12

   § 14-1-12  Form and contents of petition.– (a) The petition shall plainly state the facts which bring the child within theprovisions of this chapter, and shall set forth the name, age, and residence of:

   (1) The child;

   (2) The child's parents;

   (3) The child's other legal guardian, if there is one;

   (4) The person or persons having custody or control of thechild; and

   (5) The nearest known relative, if no parent or guardian canbe found.

   (b) If any of the facts required by subsection (a) of thissection are not known by the petitioner, the petition shall so state.

   (c) The proceeding shall be entitled "In the matter of achild under eighteen (18) years of age".