Get Draft Form 5 - Order Granting/denying Waiver Of Reasonable Efforts ... - Courts Ky

Filling out the Draft Form 5 is an important step in the legal process concerning reasonable efforts regarding a child's welfare. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions to assist you in completing this form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete the Draft Form 5 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Begin completing the form by filling in the case number and court information at the top of the document. Ensure to include the corresponding details such as county and division.
3. In the 'Order' section, you will indicate whether you are granting or denying the waiver of reasonable efforts by checking the appropriate box.
4. Input the child's full name in the specified section, along with their date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. This information is crucial to identify the child involved in the proceedings.
5. List all individuals present at the hearing by checking the relevant boxes for each person, such as the mother, father, child, and any involved attorneys or other parties.
6. In the findings of fact section, review and check all applicable circumstances that led to the request for a waiver of reasonable efforts. This may include instances of aggravated circumstances as outlined in the guidelines.
7. Fill out the 'Other circumstances' section, clearly detailing any additional factors that support your case for waiving reasonable efforts.
8. Complete the order section, specifying whether the Cabinet’s obligation to make reasonable efforts is waived or not for each parent, and input their names accordingly.
9. Indicate whether a case permanency plan needs to be filed and set a date and time for the permanency hearing if applicable.
10. Conclude by signing and dating the document at the bottom, ensuring that pertinent distribution boxes are checked for the necessary parties.
11. After thoroughly reviewing your completed form for accuracy, you can save the changes, download a copy, print for records, or share it with relevant parties as required.

Complete your Draft Form 5 online today to ensure timely processing of your case.