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permanency hearing in Illinois

38 Illinois opinions name it 2 courts 1999–2026 10 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Illinois courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (10)

CaseFollowedCited
In Re KHgreen
illappct · 2000 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2023–2025
2 sentences

2025We agree with the State. ¶ 66 Respondent cites In re K.H., 313 Ill.

2023See In re K.H., 313 Ill.

22
People v. Richard W.green
illappct · 2010 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See id. § 2-28(2)(B-1) (at the permanency review hearing, the trial court shall set one of the listed permanency goals, which includes the goal of the minor being “in short-term care with a continued goal to return home pending a status hearing”).

2019See id. § 2-28(2)(B-1) (at the permanency review hearing, the trial court shall set one of the listed permanency goals, which includes the goal of the minor being “in short-term care with a continued goal to return home pending a status hearing”).

22
People v. Leola B.green
ill · 2003 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
2 sentences

2005See In re Curtis B., 203 Ill.2d 53 , 271 Ill.Dec. 1 , 784 N.E.2d 219 (2002).

2005See In re Curtis B., 203 Ill. 2d 53 (2002).

22
In Re JHgreen
illappct · 1999 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000App.3d 188 , 196-97, 237 Ill.Dec. 446 , 709 N.E.2d 701, 707 (1999)) provides in relevant part as follows: "At the permanency hearing, the court shall determine the future status of the child.

2000App.3d 188 , 196-97, 237 Ill.Dec. 446 , 709 N.E.2d 701, 707 (1999)) provides in relevant part as follows: "At the permanency hearing, the court shall determine the future status of the child.

22
In Re DSgreen
ill · 2002 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2007–2016
2 sentences

2016The juvenile court’s decision in this case was not pursuant to section 2-28 of the Juvenile Act, which requires the juvenile court to conduct a permanency hearing within 12 months of the entry of a temporary custody order and at least every 6 months thereafter. 705 ILCS 405/2-28(2) (West 2014); In re D.S., 198 Ill. 2d 309, 326 (2001).

2007In re D.S., 198 Ill.2d 309 , 329, 261 Ill.Dec. 281 , 763 N.E.2d 251 , 262 (2001).

12
In Re AHgreen
ill · 2001 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026In re A.H., 195 Ill. 2d at 417.

11
Snowstar Corp. v. A&A Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Service, Inc.green
illappct · 2024 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024Snowstar Corporation v. A&A Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Service, Inc., 2024 IL App (4th) 230757, ¶ 107 (a “party who ‘opens the door’ on a particular subject is barred from objecting to questioning based upon the same subject,” so he “cannot complain [on appeal] about a line of inquiry that he has invited”) (internal quotations and citations omitted). ¶ 37 Next, Barron-Esparza contends that Plaintiffs’ counsel improperly made “numerous pleas for an award of permanency” even though the court had disallowed a permanency claim.

11
In Interest of MVgreen
illappct · 1997 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022These two sections work together to ensure that a juvenile court can review an out-of-state placement before it occurs and to ensure that the court makes a clear record of its reasons for rejecting such a placement. ¶ 27 B.V. cites In re M.V., 288 Ill.

11
Irizarry v. Industrial Commissiongreen
illappct · 2003 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008App. 3d 598 , 786 N.E.2d 218 (2003), the court noted that where an award of benefits, based on a finding of a causal connection between the claimant’s work accident and the claimed injuries, is not challenged as set forth in the Act, it becomes final and conclusive and cannot be challenged in a permanency hearing.

2008Irizarry, 337 Ill.

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In Re AMgreen
illappct · 2001 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
2 sentences

2004In re A.M., 324 Ill.App.3d at 144-45, 257 Ill.Dec. 814 , 754 N.E.2d 472 ("In its motion the State argues that this court lacks the jurisdiction to consider the appeal because the statutory provision purporting to make any order entered in a permanency hearing immediately appealable is unconstitutional.

2004In re A.M., 324 Ill.App.3d at 144-45, 257 Ill.Dec. 814 , 754 N.E.2d 472 ("In its motion the State argues that this court lacks the jurisdiction to consider the appeal because the statutory provision purporting to make any order entered in a permanency hearing immediately appealable is unconstitutional.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (20)

CaseCitedYears
People v. Terry S. green
illappct · 2002
2 sentences

2002In Brandon S., the Appellate Court, First District, recently held that the denial of a section 2-28(4) motion to modify custody is not appealable under Rules 301 and 303 because such a motion "jump[s] the gun on the next scheduled permanency hearing and the order resulting therefrom could be analogized to an order resulting from a permanency hearing." Brandon S., 331 Ill.App.3d at 761 , 265 Ill.Dec. 158 , 771 N.E.2d 1117 .

2002In Brandon S., the Appellate Court, First District, recently held that the denial of a section 2-28(4) motion to modify custody is not appealable under Rules 301 and 303 because such a motion "jump[s] the gun on the next scheduled permanency hearing and the order resulting therefrom could be analogized to an order resulting from a permanency hearing." Brandon S., 331 Ill.App.3d at 761 , 265 Ill.Dec. 158 , 771 N.E.2d 1117 .

62002–2007
In re Ashli T. neutral
illappct · 2014
2 sentences

2020Ashli T., 2014 IL App (1st) 132504, ¶ 12 . ¶ 40 At the temporary custody hearing, the court makes a threshold determination as to whether the minor is abused or neglected.

2020Ashli T., 2014 IL App (1st) 132504, ¶ 12 . ¶ 40 At the temporary custody hearing, the court makes a threshold determination as to whether the minor is abused or neglected.

22020–2020
In re AL. P green
illappct · 2017
2 sentences

2018P. , 2017 IL App (4th) 170435 , ¶ 54, 417 Ill.Dec. 349 , 87 N.E.3d 1101 . ¶ 31 The Juvenile Court Act, in pertinent part, states as follows: "At the permanency hearing, the court shall determine the future status of the child.

2018P., 2017 IL App (4th) 170435, ¶ 54 , 87 N.E.3d 1101 . ¶ 31 The Juvenile Court Act, in pertinent part, states as follows: “At the permanency hearing, the court shall determine the future status of the child.

22018–2018
People v. Roemer green
illappct · 2006
2 sentences

2010“Subsection 2 of section 2 — 28 of the Juvenile [Court] Act describes the trial court’s role at a permanency hearing.” In re S.J., 364 Ill.

2010"Subsection 2 of section 2-28 of the Juvenile [Court] Act describes the trial court's role at a permanency hearing." In re S.J ., 364 Ill.App.3d at 442 , 301 Ill.Dec. 308 , 846 N.E.2d 633 ; 705 ILCS 405/2-28(2) (West 2008).

22010–2010
In Re Curtis B. green
illappct · 2001
2 sentences

2002However, a permanency goal is not a final order because it "'does not finally determine a right or status of a party but instead looks at the anticipated future status of the child.'" (Emphasis in original) In re Curtis B. , 325 Ill.

2002However, a permanency goal is not a final order because it “ ‘does not finally determine a right or status of a party but instead looks at the anticipated future status of the child.’ ” (Emphasis in original.) In re Curtis B., 325 Ill.

22002–2002
People v. Illinois Department of Children & Family Services green
illappct · 2009
1 sentence

2025The parties proceeded by “argument only,” despite section 2-22(1) of the Act allowing “[a]ll evidence helpful in determining these questions [regarding the appropriate disposition], including oral and written reports, may be admitted and may be relied upon to the extent of its probative value, even though not competent for the purposes of the adjudicatory hearing.” Id. § 2-22(1). ¶ 47 III.

12025–2025
In re M.D. green
illappct · 2022
1 sentence

2023We emphasize again they do not. ¶ 48 As we pointed out in in In re M.D., 2022 IL App (4th) 210288, ¶ 72 , 193 N.E.3d 933 , the evidentiary rules governing permanency and dispositional hearings are far less strict than those of the fitness hearing: “At a permanency hearing, ‘[a]ll evidence relevant to determining [the legal issues set forth in section 2-28(2)], including oral and written reports, may be admitted and may be relied upon to the extent of their probative value.’ [Citation.] Notably, ‘[i]f the permanency goal is return home, the court shall make - 10 - findings that identify any pro

12023–2023
Violetta B. v. Stanciel green
illappct · 1991
1 sentence

2022Id. § 2-28(2).The court must hold permanency hearings at least every six months thereafter “until the court determines that the plan and goal have been achieved.” Id.

12022–2022
People v. Arthur H. green
ill · 2004
2 sentences

2022Permanency hearings are held within 12 months of temporary custody being taken and every 6 months thereafter, or more frequently, “until the court determines that the plan and goal have been achieved.” Id. ¶ 72 At a permanency hearing, “[a]ll evidence relevant to determining [the legal issues set forth in § 2-28(2)], including oral and written reports, may be admitted and may be relied upon to the extent of their probative value.” Id.

2022Permanency hearings are held within 12 months of temporary custody being taken and every 6 months thereafter, or more frequently, “until the court determines that the plan and goal have been achieved.” Id. ¶ 72 At a permanency hearing, “[a]ll evidence relevant to determining [the legal issues set forth in § 2-28(2)], including oral and written reports, may be admitted and may be relied upon to the extent of their probative value.” Id.

12022–2022
In Re SM green
illappct · 1992
1 sentence

2022In re S.M., 223 Ill.

12022–2022
In Interest of Jg green
illappct · 1998
1 sentence

2022This principle is reflected in section 2-18(6) of the Juvenile Court Act, which specifically permits the court to take judicial notice of evidence and sworn testimony in prior juvenile proceedings involving the same minor, provided that “the taking of judicial notice would not result in admitting hearsay evidence at a hearing where it would otherwise be prohibited.” (Emphasis added.) 705 ILCS 405/2-18(6) (West 2020). ¶ 82 For example, when a court is conducting the fitness portion of a termination proceeding, the court may not take judicial notice of a report presented in a permanency hearing

12022–2022
In re S.K.B. green
illappct · 2016
1 sentence

2021“In child custody cases, even deeper deference is given to the trial judge than under the familiar manifest weight of the evidence standard because of the delicacy and difficulty of the cases.” Id. ¶ 55 The options and process for a permanency goal change are outlined and discussed under section 2-28 of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 (Act): 17 “At the permanency hearing, the court shall determine the future status of the child.

12021–2021
In re CA. B. green
illappct · 2019
1 sentence

2021B., 2019 IL App (1st) 181024, ¶ 41 .

12021–2021
In Re BS green
illappct · 2000
1 sentence

2020Although “the current availability of an adoptive home is one [important] consideration[ ]” in the best-interest determination, this court has observed that “[i]t may be just as important to free children from continued involvement with a [parent] whose chaotic and disruptive lifestyle is a detriment to their welfare.” In re B.S., 317 Ill.

12020–2020
People v. Sandra R. green
illappct · 2011
1 sentence

2020As support for this claim it cites to In re Vincente G., 408 Ill.

12020–2020
In Re Ts neutral
illappct · 2010
1 sentence

2020Id.

12020–2020
In Re SJ green
illappct · 2006
2 sentences

2010"Subsection 2 of section 2-28 of the Juvenile [Court] Act describes the trial court's role at a permanency hearing." In re S.J ., 364 Ill.App.3d at 442 , 301 Ill.Dec. 308 , 846 N.E.2d 633 ; 705 ILCS 405/2-28(2) (West 2008).

2010"Subsection 2 of section 2-28 of the Juvenile [Court] Act describes the trial court's role at a permanency hearing." In re S.J ., 364 Ill.App.3d at 442 , 301 Ill.Dec. 308 , 846 N.E.2d 633 ; 705 ILCS 405/2-28(2) (West 2008).

12010–2010
In Re Chiara C. green
illappct · 1996
1 sentence

1999While we cite In re A.L., 294 Ill.App.3d 441 , 228 Ill.Dec. 746 , 689 N.E.2d 1167 (1998), and In re Chiara C., 279 Ill.App.3d 761 , 216 Ill.Dec. 344 , 665 N.E.2d 404 (1996), for our holding that the trial court was statutorily authorized to conduct a permanency hearing, I believe another basis exists for this holding.

11999–1999
In Re AL green
illappct · 1998
2 sentences

1999While we cite In re A.L., 294 Ill.App.3d 441 , 228 Ill.Dec. 746 , 689 N.E.2d 1167 (1998), and In re Chiara C., 279 Ill.App.3d 761 , 216 Ill.Dec. 344 , 665 N.E.2d 404 (1996), for our holding that the trial court was statutorily authorized to conduct a permanency hearing, I believe another basis exists for this holding.

1999While we cite In re A.L., 294 Ill.App.3d 441 , 228 Ill.Dec. 746 , 689 N.E.2d 1167 (1998), and In re Chiara C., 279 Ill.App.3d 761 , 216 Ill.Dec. 344 , 665 N.E.2d 404 (1996), for our holding that the trial court was statutorily authorized to conduct a permanency hearing, I believe another basis exists for this holding.

11999–1999
Chiara C. v. Department of Children & Family Services green
illappct · 1996
2 sentences

1999While we cite In re A.L., 294 Ill.App.3d 441 , 228 Ill.Dec. 746 , 689 N.E.2d 1167 (1998), and In re Chiara C., 279 Ill.App.3d 761 , 216 Ill.Dec. 344 , 665 N.E.2d 404 (1996), for our holding that the trial court was statutorily authorized to conduct a permanency hearing, I believe another basis exists for this holding.

1999While we cite In re A.L., 294 Ill.App.3d 441 , 228 Ill.Dec. 746 , 689 N.E.2d 1167 (1998), and In re Chiara C., 279 Ill.App.3d 761 , 216 Ill.Dec. 344 , 665 N.E.2d 404 (1996), for our holding that the trial court was statutorily authorized to conduct a permanency hearing, I believe another basis exists for this holding.

11999–1999

Statutes the citing opinions construe

IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-28 (19) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-3 (16) IL § 750 ILCS 50/1 (14) IL § 705 ILCS 405/1-1 (9) IL § 705 ILCS 405/1-3 (9) IL § 705 ILCS 405/1-5 (6) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-22 (6) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-29 (6) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-23 (5) IL § 705 ILCS 405/1-2 (4) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-10 (4) IL § 705 ILCS 405/2-21 (4)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

NY 174 (1999–2026) OR 115 (2002–2026) CA 86 (1995–2026) IA 48 (1989–2026) UT 47 (1999–2025) IL 38 (1999–2026) TX 35 (2002–2026) PA 33 (2000–2025) AL 20 (2002–2017) WY 20 (2010–2026) NJ 16 (2000–2022) AZ 16 (2000–2026) VT 13 (2001–2024) DC 11 (2001–2019) IN 11 (2003–2020) FL 9 (1978–2021) CO 8 (2000–2024) NM 8 (2004–2019) OH 7 (2008–2026) MO 7 (2015–2024) AK 7 (2001–2018) LA 6 (1993–2016) MT 6 (2002–2015) WV 6 (2009–2023) NC 4 (2000–2018) ND 3 (2010–2010) DE 3 (2015–2019) ID 3 (2010–2022) CT 3 (2004–2010) MD 2 (1996–2021) NE 2 (2016–2019) MA 2 (2013–2014) KY 2 (2001–2021)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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