La. Child. Code art. 656

Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 656 - Motions for severance

On its own motion, or on the motion of the child, the parent, or the petitioner, if the petition also alleges that the child is a delinquent or that the family is in need of services, the court may, in the interest of justice, order separate adjudication hearings.

La. Ch.C. § 656

Acts 1991, No. 235, §6, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 1992, No. 705, §1, eff. July 6, 1992.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §6, eff. 1/1/1992; Acts 1992, No. 705, §1, eff. 7/6/1992.