Child Abuse & Neglect

• there are concerns that a parent is not able to keep his or her child safe from abuse or neglect (and the court starts a juvenile dependency case), or

• minors are accused of breaking the law. If that is your case, click to find out more about juvenile delinquency cases.

If you are a parent, child, grandparent or other relative looking for information on what it means to have a dependency case – you are in the right place. 

Important: Juvenile dependency cases are very serious. They can change your life and the child’s life. Talk to a lawyer for more help understanding your rights and the court process. Click for help finding a lawyer.

Click on the links below for more information:

Guide for Parents

Guide for Children 

Guide for Caregivers

Juvenile Court Guardianship

De Facto Parents