Idaho § 20-512 - Summons - Notice - Custody of juvenile

Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 20-512 — Summons - Notice - Custody of juvenile, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20-512. Summons - Notice - Custody of juvenile

After a petition shall have been filed and after such further investigation as the court may direct, and if the matter is set for hearing, the court shall issue a summons requiring the person or persons who have custody or control of the juvenile to appear personally and bring the juvenile before the court at a time and place stated; provided, however, if hearing is to be held, it shall be held not later than fifteen (15) days after the summons is issued unless the court should order on being shown cause that the time be extended. If the person so summoned shall be other than a parent or guardian of the juvenile, then the parent or guardian or both shall also be notified of the pendency of the case and of the time and place appointed for the hearing. Notice shall be given as hereinafter provided. A subpoena may be issued requiring the appearance of any other person whose presence is required by the juvenile, his guardian or any other person who, in the opinion of the judge, is necessary. If it appears the juvenile is in such condition or surroundings that his welfare requires that he be taken into custody immediately, the judge, as provided in section 20-516 , Idaho Code, may order by endorsement upon the summons that the officer serving the same shall at once take the juvenile into custody and bring him before the court.

Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 20-512

What does Idaho Statutes § 20-512 cover?

Section 20-512 ("Summons - Notice - Custody of juvenile") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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