Section 1600. Summons for the Permanency Hearing

A. Summons. At least fifteen days prior to the permanency hearing, the court may issue a summons compelling any party to appear for the permanency hearing.

B. Order appearance. The court may order the person having the physical custody or control of the child to bring the child to the hearing.

C. Requirements. The general summons procedures of Rule 1124 shall be followed.

Comment

Section 6335 of the Juvenile Act provides that the court is to direct the issuance of a summons to the parent, guardian, or other custodian, a guardian ad litem, and any other persons as appear to the court to be proper and necessary parties to the proceedings. 42 Pa.C.S. § 6335(a).

Other persons may be subpoenaed to appear for the hearing. See 42 Pa.C.S. § 6333.

Official Note

Rule 1600 adopted August 21, 2006, effective February 1, 2007.

Committee Explanatory Reports:

Final Report explaining the provisions of Rule 1600 published with the Court’s Order at 36 Pa.B. 5571 (September 2, 2006).