GroundRules
D.C. Code § 16-2357: Notice.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 16. Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]
- Chapter 23. Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings.
- Subchapter III. Proceedings Regarding the Termination of Parental Rights of Certain Neglected Children.
(a)
When a motion to terminate the parent and child relationship is filed, a judge shall promptly set a time for an adjudicatory hearing and shall cause notice thereof to be given to all parties.
(b)
A judge shall direct the issuance to and personal service upon the child’s parent of a summons together with a copy of the motion to terminate the parent and child relationship.
(c)
When it is appropriate to the proper disposition of the case, a judge may direct the service of a summons upon other persons.
(d)
If a personal service under this section cannot be effected, then notice shall be made constructively pursuant to rules of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.
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