Truancy Hearing Legal Rights

Summary

In Colorado, truancy court is a civil procedure, and parents are not automatically appointed lawyers. You have the right to hire a lawyer at your expense and can appeal a judges order within 21 days. If you didnt receive the order due to an error, you might be able to file a motion to reopen the case. You have the right to contest any charges and have your case heard before a judge. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I went to a truancy hearing for my * boys and we have a advisement hearing in june but the judge already put a court order beforehand and didnt ask if we need a lawyer and i dont agree with her order
Hello Francesca, it's important to know your rights. May I know in which state you are located? Different states have different laws regarding truancy hearings and the right to legal representation.
Colorado
Hello Francesca, in Colorado:
- Truancy court is a civil procedure, not criminal. Parents are not automatically appointed lawyers.
- You have the right to hire a lawyer at your expense.
- You can appeal the judge's order within 21 days.
Consider seeking a local attorney for specific advice.
They had the wrong address so I barely received the order and its been longer than 21 days they havent even served my husband
Hello Francesca, in Colorado:
- Generally, the court should provide a reasonable opportunity for you to respond to the order.
- If you didn't receive the order within the specified time due to an error, you might be able to file a motion to reopen the case.
- Consult a local attorney for tailored advice.
The case is still open we haven't even said if we were guilty or not.
Hello Francesca, in Colorado:
- You have the right to contest any charges against you in court.
- This includes the right to have your case heard before a judge.
- Consider consulting with a local attorney to ensure your rights are protected.