§ 985.512, Fla. Stat. · Part VIII. AUTHORITY OF THE COURTOVER PARENTS OR GUARDIANS
Powers with respect to certain children.
Text — 2026 Florida Statutes
In carrying out the provisions of this chapter, the court may order the parent or legal guardian of a child adjudicated dependent, a child in need of services, or a delinquent child to attend a course of instruction in parenting skills, to accept counseling, or to receive other assistance from any agency in the community which notifies the clerk of the court of the availability of its services. Where appropriate, the court shall order both parents or guardians to receive such parental assistance.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
s. 38, ch. 94-209; s. 12, ch. 97-238; s. 64, ch. 2006-120.
Note
Note.—Former s. 39.0476; s. 985.204.
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