AR HB1913

Amends Arkansas Code § 12-18-602(c) to require child maltreatment investigators to provide alleged offenders with a written notice at initial contact.

Written notice must inform alleged offenders of the reported offense(s) against them, the alleged victim(s), and that an investigation will be conducted with no determination made until completion.

Notice must advise alleged offenders of their right to an administrative hearing with legal representation if the report is determined to be true, and information about contacting the Center for Arkansas Legal Services if they cannot afford an attorney.

Notice must inform alleged offenders that if the hotline report is determined to be true and they do not prevail at an administrative hearing, their name may be placed on the Child Maltreatment Central Registry.

Notice must inform alleged offenders of their right to seek legal advice and have an attorney present during any questioning by the assigned investigator.