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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A. After the parent has been advised of his rights, and if the parent has not stipulated pursuant to Article 647, the court shall determine whether the parent admits or denies the allegations of the petition.
(1) If the parent denies the allegations of the petition, the court shall set the matter for adjudication.
(2) If the parent admits the allegations of the petition, the court shall determine whether there is a factual basis for adjudication and whether the parent consents to adjudication.
B. A child may object, in writing or in open court, to an answer of his parent, which objection shall be entered into the minutes of the court.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Louisiana Children's Code Tit. VI, Art. 649. Answer to petition; objection by child - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/la/childrens-code/la-ch-code-tit-vi-art-649/
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