Part 32a · Rights of Parties Neglected, Abused and Uncared for Children and Termination of Parental Rights
Rule 32a-5. Consultation with Child or Youth
(a) In any permanency hearing held with respect to the child or youth, including, but not limited to, any hearing regarding the transition of the child or youth from foster care to independent living, the judicial authority shall assure that there is consultation with the child or youth in an ageappropriate manner regarding the proposed permanency or transition plan for the child or youth.
(b) For good cause shown, the child or youth who is the subject of a hearing may be excluded from the courtroom.
Committee Notes
(Amended June 30, 2008, to take effect Jan. 1, 2009.) (Adopted June 24, 2002, to take effect Jan. 1, 2003; amended June 30, 2008, to take effect Jan. 1, 2009.)