What happens after a child is removed from the home by Family and Childrens Services?
There is a hearing before a judge, referred to as a “show cause” hearing, where Family and Children’s Services presents the evidence that it has and the judge must be satisfied that one of the conditions referred to above exists in order for the court to permit the child to be removed from the home, or to remain out of the home if the child has already been removed. At this hearing the parents or persons having custody of the child are entitled to appear and present evidence that the child is not in need of protection.
