Abuse, Neglect, and Foster Care
Legal Information
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A Family's Guide to the Child Welfare System
A guide for families in the child welfare system including experiences other families have had, laws and policies, and ways to advocate for a family's rights. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Intervention
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Permanency Planning (additional)
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Permanency Planning (initial)
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Probable Cause
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Removal
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Termination of Parental Rights
PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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Excerpt on Guardian ad Litems from Child Abuse and Neglect Handbook
Guide to what parents should know if they are investigated for child abuse or child neglect. PDF document (may load slowly). Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
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Lawyer Referral Service Online
The Lawyer Referral Service Online provides a list of attorneys by county that participate in the Bar's LRS program. To find an attorney simply click the county in which you live and look for one that practices in the area of law concerning your question. Content Detail
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What Should I Do…?
Checklist for preventing and coping with sexual assault. Content Detail