CHAPTER 7. GENERAL AUTHORITY OF COURTS Art. 318. Inherent power and authority of courts A court inherently possesses all powers necessary for the exercise of its juvenile jurisdiction and the enforcement of its lawful orders. It has authority to issue such writs and orders as may be necessary or proper in aid of its jurisdiction. […]
Art. 319. Contempt A. Any person who willfully violates, neglects, or refuses to obey or perform any lawful order of a court may be proceeded against for contempt of court. This general contempt authority shall not detract from or prevent the application of specific contempt provisions contained elsewhere in this Code. B. Any parent, guardian, […]
Art. 320. Indigency determination A. For purposes of the appointment of counsel, children are presumed to be indigent. B. Except as provided in Article 608, the determination of the indigency of any person entitled to counsel in accordance with this Code may be made by the court at any stage of the proceedings. If necessary, […]
Art. 321. Partial reimbursement by indigent adults A. To the extent that a person is financially able to provide for an attorney, other necessary services and facilities of representation, and court costs, the court shall order him to pay for these items. The court may order payment in installments or in any manner which it […]
