What is an out-of home placement?

This occurs when the court determines that the child must be removed from his or her present home. The child may be required to stay in Muskegon’s juvenile detention facility, may be placed in a foster home, or may be sent to a residential placement facility such as boys' town.

Show All Answers

1. Is my child entitled to an attorney?
2. How do I get a court-appointed attorney?
3. How much will it cost?
4. What if I cannot afford a court-appointed attorney?
5. Do I have to pay all at once?
6. What if I disagree with the charges or if my financial situation changes?
7. What other services can I be billed for?
8. What is an out-of home placement?
9. What is a clothing allowance and how much does it cost?
10. What medical attention or medication costs will I be responsible for?
11. Are both parents responsible for these bills?
12. But I’m divorced. Will my ex-spouse also receive a bill?
13. But what if I’m paying child support? Do I still get billed?
14. I am a single parent. Do I have to pay all of the costs?
15. What if I need an interpreter?
16. What if I have questions regarding my billing?