References for the North Carolina General Statutes on juvenile code that defines abuse, neglect, and dependency terminology and outlines the procedure for responding to cases of child maltreatment.

• N.C. Best Practices for Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Court Improvement Programs
• Abuse, Neglect, Dependency, and Termination of Parental Rights Proceedings in North Carolina Manual

North Carolina Juvenile Court: Child Protection Hearings; A Handbook for Parents

• English version
• Spanish version
• Order Form

Juvenile Court Proceeding Chart

• Juvenile Court Proceeding Chart

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Resources for Child Welfare Cases

• Children's Bureau Guidance for Child Welfare Legal and Judicial Leaders
• Child Welfare Court Suggested Practices During COVID-19 Pandemic - May 5, 2020
• Conducting Effective Remote Hearings in Child Welfare Cases
• Guidance for Court Ordered Visitation
• Low or No Cost Technology Options for Virtual Participation and Contact
• Children's Bureau COVID-19 Resources
• National Center for State Courts: Coronavirus and the Courts
• School of Government Blog Post by Sara DePasquale
• North Carolina Court of Appeals FAQs