What is qualification of witness?
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What is qualification of witness?
General Rule All persons who can perceive, and, perceiving, can make their known. perception to others, may be witnesses. Religious/political belief, interest in the outcome of the case, or conviction of a crime unless. otherwise provided by law, shall not be ground for disqualification.
What age can a child be heard in court?
If the question of who the child is to live with has to be resolved through court proceedings, then the courts will start to place weight on a child’s wishes when they are considered competent to understand the situation. This can be around the age of 12 or 13 but varies on the circumstances.
What is a Section 37?
A section 37 report is prepared when the courts become concerned surrounding the welfare of a child. The court directs the local authority to undertake a thorough investigation into the child’s circumstances and report its findings to the court. The reporting of these findings is known as a section 37 report.
How long does a Section 37 last?
How long does it last and what happens next? You can be kept in hospital for up to six months at first so that you can be given the treatment you need. The mental health professional in charge of your care and treatment under the MHA is known as the Responsible Clinician or RC.
What does a section 20 of the Children’s Act mean?
Section 20 of the Children Act 1989 sets out how a Local Authority can provide accommodation for a child within their area if that child is in need of it, due to the child being lost/abandoned or there is no person with parental responsibility for that child.
Why would CPS show up unannounced?
The only reason a worker can enter your home without a warrant and without your permission is if they are accompanied by a law enforcement officer. If the investigator show up with police and they believe there is an imminent threat, they have the right to enter your home. However, this rarely happens. .
