Cina Case Legal Guidance

Summary

A Child in Need of Assistance (CINA) case in Iowa can be initiated based on reasonable grounds to believe a child is at risk, not necessarily concrete proof. However, evidence will be required in court. Its advisable to seek legal counsel. In Iowa, you can consider the Legal Aid Society of Iowa for free legal help to low-income individuals or the Iowa State Bar Associations Modest Means Program for affordable legal services.

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Kelsie
Hello Kelsie, nice to meet you. How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Yesterday Iowa department of human services started a c.I.n.a case on me. They have no real proof but are still taking me to court. Can they do this without proof such as a dirty U.A or something?
Hello Kelsie, in Iowa, a Child in Need of Assistance (CINA) case can be initiated based on reasonable grounds to believe a child is at risk, not necessarily concrete proof. However, evidence will be required in court. It's advisable to seek legal counsel.
How do I get an attorney that is affordable
In Iowa, you can consider:
- Legal Aid Society of Iowa: They provide free legal help to low-income individuals.
- Iowa State Bar Association: They offer a Modest Means Program for affordable legal services.

Legal Aid Society of Iowa


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Website: www.iowalegalaid.org

Iowa State Bar Association


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