What happens at the June 15, 2026 hearing?

The court will consider the social worker/probation recommendation, which may include terminating parental rights to permit adoption.

Can the court appoint an attorney if I cannot afford one?

Yes; if you cannot afford counsel, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you.

Will the hearing occur if I don't show up?

Yes; the notice states the court will proceed with the hearing whether you are present or not.

Where and when is the hearing located?

June 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept C, Juvenile Justice Center, 11200 Avenue 368, Visalia, CA.

Court Notice — 11200 Avenue 368, Visalia, CA (J23-75262)

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Parental rights termination

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A juvenile-court hearing is scheduled for June 15, 2026 to consider social worker/probation recommendations to terminate parental rights to two children so they can be freed for adoption. Parents may appear, present evidence, and have counsel appointed if indigent.

Key Takeaways

Hearing on 06/15/2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept C
Court may terminate parental rights for adoption
You have the right to an attorney; court will appoint one if you cannot afford one
Hearing proceeds even if you do not appear
Case involves children born 09/19/2023 and 09/30/2025

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Visalia

Address

11200 Avenue 368, Visalia, CA · 23 filings

Case #

J23-75262

Research context

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If you don't respond

If you fail to appear at the June 15, 2026 hearing, the court may follow the recommendation and terminate your parental rights, which can result in permanent loss of custody and enable adoption.

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Appear on 06/15/2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept C at Juvenile Justice Center, 11200 Avenue 368, Visalia, CA.
2
Obtain legal representation
Hire an attorney or request a court-appointed lawyer at the hearing if you cannot afford one.
3
Bring evidence and witnesses
Prepare and bring any documents or witnesses that support maintaining custody; present them at the hearing on 06/15/2026.

Frequently asked questions

What happens at the June 15, 2026 hearing?: The court will consider the social worker/probation recommendation, which may include terminating parental rights to permit adoption.
Can the court appoint an attorney if I cannot afford one?: Yes; if you cannot afford counsel, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you.
Will the hearing occur if I don't show up?: Yes; the notice states the court will proceed with the hearing whether you are present or not.
Where and when is the hearing located?: June 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM in Dept C, Juvenile Justice Center, 11200 Avenue 368, Visalia, CA.

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Legal terms in this notice

termination of parental rights: A court order permanently ends a parent's legal rights and responsibilities to a child.
freed for adoption: Court action that makes a child legally available to be adopted by other adults.
appointed attorney: A lawyer provided by the court to represent someone who cannot afford private counsel.
Welfare and Institutions Code section 294: State law authorizing notice by publication in juvenile dependency and parental-rights proceedings.

Full Notice Text

Public Notice
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF TULARE CITATION
FOR PUBLICATION UNDER WELFARE
AND INSTITUTIONS
CODE SECTION 294
CASE NAME: Elijah Flores & Baby Girl Rutledge aka Ava Gutierrez
CASE NUMBER: J23-75262
To: Zoe Rutledg, Aaron Perry, & Jonathan D. Gonzalez  
and anyone claiming to be a parent of
Elijah Charles Flores born on 09/19/2023 @ Kaweah Health Visalia CA
& Baby Girl Rutledge aka Ava Gutierrez born on 09/30/2025 @ Kaweah Health Visalia CA  
A hearing will be held on 06/15/2026 at 8:30am in Dept C
at the Juvenile Justice Center  Located at
11200 Avenue 368, Visalia CA 93291
At the hearing the court will consider the recommendation
of the social worker or probation officer. the social worker
or probation officer will recommend that your child be freed from
your legal custody so that the child may be adopted.
If the court follows the recommendation, all your parental
rights to the child will be terminated. You have the right
to be present at the hearing, to present evidence, and
you have the right to be represented by an attorney.
If you do not have an attorney and cannot afford to hire
one, the court will appoint an attorney for you. If the court
terminates your parental rights, the order may be final.
The court will proceed with this hearing whether
you are present.                                                                                                                    
Sandy Sheets, Admin Aide
DATE: 03/18/2026
April 24, May 1, 8, 15 2026
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