Which reference establishes the time frames for dependency cases in juvenile court?

State statute establishes the time frames for dependency cases in juvenile court. Federal guidelines may vary from state to state and are not applicable to a specific state's juvenile court system. While the American Psychological Association does provide guidelines and standards for professionals in the field, it is not the primary reference for dependency cases in juvenile court. Similarly, county regulations may differ from state statute and may not apply to cases outside of a specific county.