RSA 169-D:11 Initial Appearance.

I. An initial appearance shall be held not less than 24 hours nor more than 7 days from the filing of a legally sufficient petition.
II. At the initial appearance, the court shall:
(a) Advise the child in writing and orally of any formal charges;
(b) Appoint counsel pursuant to RSA 169-D:12;
(c) Establish any conditions for release;
(d) Set a hearing date; and
(e) Inquire of the child and a parent or guardian of the child if the child has been:
(1) Determined to have an intellectual disability;
(2) Determined to have a mental illness, emotional or behavioral disorder, or another disorder that may impede the child's decision-making abilities;
(3) Identified as eligible for special education services; or
(4) Previously referr