North Carolina Statutes

Chapter 7B Juvenile Code

§ 7B-400 Venue; pleading

A proceeding in which a juvenile is alleged to be abused, neglected, or dependent may be commenced in the district in which the juvenile resides or is present. When a proceeding is commenced in a district other than that of the juvenile's residence, the court, on its own motion or upon motion of any party, may transfer the proceeding to the court in the district where the juvenile resides. A transfer under this section may be made at any time. (1979, c. 815, s. 1; 1998‑202, s. 6; 1999‑456, s. 60.)

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