Section 792 – Nature of proceedings

May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana

Families in Need of Services proceedings are civil in nature, and actions taken pursuant to this Title, including taking into custody and detention, shall not be considered juvenile delinquency or criminal matters.

La. Ch.C. ยง 792

Amended by Acts 2017, No. 362,s. 1, eff. 8/1/2017.