VIRGIN ISLANDS RULES OF FAMILY DIVISION PROCEDURE Rule 52. Notice and Participation in Abuse and Neglect Proceedings

• Jurisdiction: United States

Rule 52. Notice and Participation in Abuse and Neglect Proceedings

(a) Time of notice. As soon as possible after a child is taken into custody in an abuse or neglect proceeding pursuant to these Rules, the law enforcement officer or Department of Human Services must diligently use all reasonable and appropriate efforts to notify the parent, guardian or custodian named in the complaint that the child has been taken into custody if it does not pose a threat to the safety and wellbeing of the child. Notice must also be given when any hearing is scheduled before the court regarding custody, abuse or neglect of a child. Such notice must be given without any unnecessary delay, and in any event within 48 hours.

(b) Content of Notice. The notice must be in...