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2021 Louisiana Laws
Children's Code
Art. 746. Authority to file petition

Universal Citation:
LA Chil Code art. 746 (2021)
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If there are reasonable grounds to believe that the family is in need of services, a family in need of services proceeding shall be commenced by a petition filed by the district attorney or any other attorney authorized by the court.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §7; Acts 1999, No. 1313, §1.

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