# Ariz. R. P. Juv. Ct. 310: Rule 310. Child's Rights; Special Education

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_AZ_ARJP_R310

## Section

- **Citation:** Ariz. R. P. Juv. Ct. 310
- **Heading:** Rule 310. Child's Rights; Special Education
- **Jurisdiction:** Arizona
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Arizona Court Rules / Rules of Procedure for the Juvenile Court / Part III. Child Dependency and Guardianship, Termination of Parental Rights / 1. General Provisions › Parties and Participants / Rule 310

## Text

(a) Initial Hearing. A child who is the subject of a dependency, Title 8 guardianship, or termination of parental rights action has the right to attend court hearings and to speak to the judge. At the first hearing, the court must determine that the child was informed of and understands these rights. (b) Later Hearings. At every hearing thereafter, if the child is not present, the court must inquire whether the child requested to attend the hearing. (c) Special Education. In a dependency, Title 8 guardianship, or termination of parental rights action, DCS must promptly notify the court concerning the child's entitlement to special education services, related services, or an initial evaluation, under A.R.S. §§ 15-761 through 15-774. The court must enter a signed order designating a person, other than a DCS child safety worker, who has special education decision-making authority as to the child, as provided in A.R.S. § 8-514.08.

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