La. Child. Code art. 853

Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 853 - Effect of nonappearance by a parent

If it appears from the record that the parent has been served in accordance with Article 849 or 852 and summoned to any hearing, or cannot be found, and the parent fails to appear, the hearing may be held in the parent's absence. The court shall appoint counsel for the child.

La. Ch.C. § 853

Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 2012, No. 730, §1.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. 1/1/1992; Acts 2012, No. 730, §1.