Juvenile Petition Abuse Neglect Dependency {J-130}

AOC-J-130 - JUVENILE PETITION (ABUSE/NEGLECT/DEPENDENCY). This form is used in the North Carolina District Court by a representative of a county Department of Social Services (DSS) or another authorized petitioner who has information or evidence suggesting that the juvenile is in need of intervention and protection by the court. The form provides detailed information about the juvenile—such as name, address, date of birth, and identifying characteristics—as well as the nature of the alleged mistreatment or lack of care. It allows the petitioner to specify whether the child is believed to be abused, neglected, or dependent, and to describe the specific circumstances and facts supporting those claims. The form outlines statutory definitions and checkboxes for various conditions of abuse (e.g., physical injury, sexual exploitation, emotional damage), neglect (e.g., lack of supervision, unsafe living environment), or dependency (e.g., absence of a caregiver or inability of a caregiver to provide care). It requires the petitioner to verify the information under oath, and it may also include details about interpreters needed, witnesses, and attorneys involved. Once filed, this petition prompts the court to conduct a hearing to determine whether the allegations are substantiated and whether the child requires the care, supervision, or protection of the State. G.S. 7B-101, -400, -402. www.FormsWorkflow.com