Modification or revocation of order; petition; return of child, or other action

§ 16–2309. Modification or revocation of order; petition; return of child, or other action An order of commitment or probation made by the court in the case of a child may be modified or revoked by the court from time to time. A parent, guardian, or next friend of a child who has been committed by the court to the custody of an institution, agency, or person, may at any time file with the court a verified petition, making application for modification or revocation of an order of commitment or probation, stating that the institution, agency, or person has denied application for the release of the child or has failed to act upon the application within a reasonable time. When the court is of the opinion that an investigation should be had, it may, upon due notice to all concerned, proceed to hear and determine the question at issue. It may 77 Stat. 590thereupon order that the child be restored to the custody of its parent or guardian, or be retained in the custody of the institution, agency, or person; and may direct the institution, agency, or person to make such other arrangements for the child’s care and welfare as the circumstances of the case require; or the court may make a further order or commitment.