In general, the caseworker must file the following documents with the court before a status hearing:

  •   The family’s initial plan of service

  •   Form 2277PDF Document Diligent Search for Missing Parent (if a parent cannot be located)

  •   Form 2070Word Document Status Report to the Court

  •   Form 2637Word Document Notification Regarding Relatives/Designated Caregivers

  •   Any Form 2625 [sic,  broken link] Word Document Child Caregiver Resource that is not already filed with the court

As with any hearing, the attorney representing DFPS may also ask for additional documentation or information.

See:

5513.1 Original Service Plan Filed 45 Days After DFPS Is Named Temporary Managing Conservator

5513.2 Status Report (Form 2070) Filed 10 Days Before the Status Hearing

5513.3 Notice of Efforts to Assess a Child and Place the Child With Relatives or Kin 10 Days Before the Hearing