Motion And Order To Show Cause {J-155}

AOC-J-155 - MOTION AND ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE (PARENT, GUARDIAN, CUSTODIAN OR CARETAKER IN ABUSE/NEGLECT/DEPENDENCY CASE). This form is used in the North Carolina General Court of Justice, District Court Division, specifically in cases involving juvenile abuse, neglect, or dependency. It serves as a Motion and Order to Show Cause directed at a parent, guardian, custodian, or caretaker who is alleged to have failed to comply with court orders or failed to appear in court as required. The motion requests the court to issue an order requiring the individual to appear and explain why they should not be held in civil or criminal contempt. The form outlines the reasons for the motion, such as disobedience to summons or willful failure to follow a court order, and includes a verification section affirming the truthfulness of the claims. If the court finds probable cause, the individual is ordered to appear at a specified time and place to show cause. The form also explains the potential consequences of contempt, including jail time or fines, and informs the person of their right to legal representation. The form includes a return of service section to document how the motion and order were served to the individual. G.S. 5A-23; 7B-407, -904(e). www.FormsWorkflow.com