Expands the list of those able to commence proceedings alleging that a child is a destitute child to include the child in question, if over 14 years.

This bill amends the family court act to expand the list of those able to commence proceedings alleging that a child is a destitute child. It allows a child over 14 years of age to originate such proceedings, in addition to the commissioner of social services and other persons on the court's direction. The bill also makes related provisions, including the contents of the petition and the service of summons.

Expands the list of those able to commence proceedings alleging that a child is a destitute child to include the child in question, if over 14 years.

This bill amends the family court act to expand the list of those able to commence proceedings alleging that a child is a destitute child. It allows a child over 14 years of age to originate such proceedings, in addition to the commissioner of social services and other persons on the court's direction. The bill also makes related provisions, including the contents of the petition and the service of summons.