Wash. Juv. Ct. R. JuCR 5.3

As amended through August 27, 2024
Rule JuCR 5.3 - Scheduling of Factfinding Hearing

When a proper petition has been filed, pursuant to RCW 13.32A.160 the court shall schedule a fact-finding hearing upon the question of out-of-home placement. For a child who resides in a place other than his or her parent's home and other than an out-of-home placement as defined in RCW 13.32A.030, a hearing shall be held within 5 calendar days unless the last calendar day is a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, in which case the hearing shall be held on the preceding judicial day. For a child living at home or in an out-of-home placement, a hearing shall be held within 10 days.

Wash. Juv. Ct. R. JuCR 5.3

Adopted effective 7/1/1978; Amended effective 9/1/1987; 9/1/1997; 9/1/1999.