(a) When at the time a petition is filed, a juvenile court shall immediately review the petition and may require the petitioner to be sworn and answer under oath questions in regard to the petition and the minor or child sought to be committed.
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Terms Used In Alabama Code 12-15-403

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(b) If it appears from the face of the petition or from the testimony of the petitioner that the petition is totally without merit, the juvenile court shall order the petition dismissed without further proceedings.
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