Florida Child Welfare Case Manager Certification Practice Exam

When is the disposition hearing held if the custodian consents or admits?

1. 15 days after arraignment

2. 30 days after adjudicatory

3. 90 days after disposition

4. 60 days from removal

The correct answer is: 15 days after arraignment

The disposition hearing is held after the adjudicatory hearing where the judge determines if the juvenile is responsible for the alleged offense. Option A is the correct answer because if the custodian consents or admits, the disposition hearing will be held 15 days after the adjudicatory hearing for a timely resolution. Option B is incorrect because 30 days after the adjudicatory hearing may not be a timely resolution. Option C is incorrect because 90 days would be too long of a gap between the adjudicatory and disposition hearings. Option D is incorrect because 60 days from removal could result in a delayed resolution, and removal of the juvenile should not impact the timing of the disposition hearing.