# Courts and Judicial Proceedings (GCJ)

## Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action

### Subtitle 8. Juvenile Causes -- Children in Need of Assistance

#### Section 3-826

(a)

  (1) Unless the court directs otherwise, a local department shall provide all parties with a written report at least 10 days before any scheduled disposition, permanency planning, or review hearing under Sec. 3-819 or Sec. 3-823 of this subtitle.

  (2) The time requirements specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection do not apply to an emergency review placement hearing under Sec. 3-820 of this subtitle.

(b) If a child is committed to a person or agency under this subtitle, the court may order the custodian to file periodic written progress reports, with copies sent to all parties.

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Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)