House Sponsors: GASH. Short description: JUV CT-PROCEDURES-PROCESS Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Adds provisions concerning objections to the court's jurisdiction. In proceedings concerning abused, neglected, or dependent minors, requires the court to make certain written statements supporting its finding that it is in the minor's best interests to prescribe shelter care. Adds provisions concerning service of process, including provision for service by publication. Makes other changes. Amends the Code of Civil Procedure to make an objection to jurisdiction as provided in the Juvenile Court Act an exception to the rule that every appearance prior to judgment not in compliance with the Code's requirements for special appearances is a general appearance and not a special appearance. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status