How do I submit the CHINS Complaint?

Email the completed packet to CHINS@augustaga.gov or bring a physical copy to the Juvenile Court Office, second floor, at 971 Broad Street, Augusta.

Do I need a notary for the CHINS Complaint?

No. The complaint is signed and dated without a notary, and the packet identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.

What information does the complaint ask for?

It asks about the child and family, custody or detention, the facts supporting the complaint, the child’s best interest, and available community services.

Augusta, GA · Richmond County

No notary required

CHINS Complaint

This complaint packet lets a person with general knowledge of a child in need of services refer the child to Richmond County Juvenile Court.

What this form is

Use this packet to refer a child who may need services provided by Juvenile Court. It asks for information about the child, family, custody or detention, and the circumstances supporting the complaint, including why it is in the child’s best interest. The CHINS Intake Unit reviews complaints and may schedule an informal family review meeting to help connect the youth and family with community services.

Who needs it

A person with general knowledge of a child in need of services may complete and submit this complaint packet to Juvenile Court.

How to submit it

Email the completed packet to [email protected], or bring a physical copy to the Juvenile Court Office, second floor, 971 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the complainant signs and dates the complaint, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Packet
Download the CHINS Complaint packet.
2
Complete The Complaint
Provide the requested information about the child, family, and circumstances supporting the complaint.
3
Gather Attachments
The packet does not identify any required attachments.
4
Submit To Juvenile Court
Email the packet to [email protected] or bring it to the Juvenile Court Office at 971 Broad Street, second floor.

Frequently asked questions

Who can submit a CHINS Complaint?: The packet says any person with general knowledge of a child in need of services may submit a CHINS complaint.
How do I submit the CHINS Complaint?: Email the completed packet to [email protected] or bring a physical copy to the Juvenile Court Office, second floor, at 971 Broad Street, Augusta.
Do I need a notary for the CHINS Complaint?: No. The complaint is signed and dated without a notary, and the packet identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
What information does the complaint ask for?: It asks about the child and family, custody or detention, the facts supporting the complaint, the child’s best interest, and available community services.

Need something notarized?

This CHINS Complaint doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Augusta form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.