Get Ny Form 3-38 2015-2026

Filling out the NY Form 3-38 online can streamline the process of petitioning for an extension of placement and a permanency hearing in juvenile delinquency cases. This guide aims to provide clear, step-by-step instructions to assist users in completing the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to fill out the NY Form 3-38 online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the online version of the NY Form 3-38 and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. Begin by specifying the court information in the header, including the county and the docket number of your case.
3. Fill in the name and title of the petitioner, and indicate whether they are a person or an official acting on behalf of a relevant agency by checking the appropriate box.
4. Provide the petitioner's principal office address within New York.
5. In section two, outline details regarding the respondent, making sure to include their birthdate and the date of the court's order of disposition.
6. Specify the duration of the respondent's placement and the termination date, ensuring that any copies of previous orders are attached as needed.
7. Indicate if a permanency hearing is required by checking the applicable boxes regarding previous hearings or court findings.
8. In the section relating to the respondent’s current care, specify the type of facility where the respondent is residing.
9. List the names and addresses of the legal guardians or parents responsible for the respondent's care.
10. Detail the reasons supporting continued placement, including any supporting documentation such as reports or evaluations.
11. Outline the proposed permanency plan, checking appropriate options and providing relevant timelines and conditions as necessary.
12. Provide information on reasonable efforts made to reunify the respondent with their family or guardians.
13. Conclude by indicating whether the respondent has specific needs or conditions, and outline the necessary services provided.
14. Finish filling out any remaining sections of the form, ensuring all information is complete and accurate.
15. Once all fields are filled, save the document, and choose to download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your NY Form 3-38 online today to ensure timely processing.