GroundRules
D.C. Code § 16-2390: Jurisdiction.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 16. Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]
- Chapter 23. Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings.
- Subchapter V. Permanent Guardianship.
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the court shall have jurisdiction to enter guardianship order and shall retain jurisdiction to enforce, modify, or terminate a guardianship order until a child reaches 21 years of age; provided, that when the child reaches 18 years of age, the child consents and the court finds it is in the best interest of the child.
(b)
A child who exits foster care to guardianship may not reenter foster care after age 18.
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