A party to a proceeding for a care and protection order for a child or young person may apply to the Childrens Court for extension of an assessment order for a child or young person if the party believes on reasonable grounds that the care and protection assessment cannot be properly carried out unless the order is extended.
Note 1 Statements, documents and reports must be included in the application (see s 696).
Note 2 Oral applications may also be made (see s 698).