As amended through October 28, 2024
Rule 31.03 - Content of Notice of HearingA notice of hearing shall contain or have attached:
(a) an adoption petition;(b) a statement setting forth the time and place of the hearing;(c) a statement describing the purpose of the hearing as either: (1) a final hearing pursuant to Rule 41 if it is an uncontested adoption matter; or(2) a pretrial conference pursuant to Rule 43 if it is a contested adoption matter;(d) a statement explaining the right to representation pursuant to Rule 23;(e) a statement explaining intervention pursuant to Rule 21;(f) a statement explaining that if the person fails to appear at the hearing, the court may still conduct the hearing and grant the adoption pursuant to Rule 18; and(g) a statement explaining that it is the responsibility of the individual to notify the court administrator of any change of address.