Notice and Summons (NTSM)
Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective July 1, 2019
This form serves as a Notice and Summons for a hearing in a juvenile court case. It informs the recipient that a petition has been filed asking the court to either establish or terminate a Title 13 RCW guardianship for a child.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used when a case is filed in juvenile court regarding a child's guardianship under Title 13 RCW. It notifies the involved parties about the hearing date and the nature of the petition.
Either party may file.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a Notice and Summons used in juvenile court cases to inform people about a hearing regarding a child's guardianship. It lets people know if the court is considering establishing or ending a guardianship.
- Who needs to be present at the hearing?
- The form states that the person receiving the notice should be present at the hearing. It also notes that the purpose of the hearing is to consider evidence related to the petition.
- What rights are mentioned on this form?
- The form advises that the recipient has important legal rights, including the right to a hearing and the right to speak on their own behalf. It also mentions rights to legal representation for parents and the child.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2019.
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