Child Abuse & Neglect

This video provides step-by-step instructions on understanding Child in Need of Care (CINC) cases in Louisiana, including how these cases begin, what happens at each stage, the roles of the people involved, and what parents and caregivers can expect during the process.

This video provides step-by-step instructions on understanding emergency custody orders and hearings (also called ex parte custody), including when you can file, what information to include, how the court makes decisions, and what happens after the order is granted.

This video provides step-by-step instructions on how to relocate with a child in Louisiana, including when you need court permission, how to notify the other parent, and what factors the court considers when deciding whether to allow the move.