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DE HB240
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/16/2023
Primary Sponsor
Sean Lynn
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AI Summary
- Requires Department investigators to notify persons under investigation for child abuse and neglect of allegations against them upon first contact
- Grants persons under investigation the right to consult legal counsel before speaking with Department agents and informs them statements may be used in administrative or court proceedings
- Allows persons under investigation to refuse investigator entry to the home and refuse interviews with children without legal counsel present
- Permits persons under investigation to withhold consent to medical or psychological examinations of children and refuse drug tests
- Requires persons under investigation to receive written and oral notice of rights in a language they understand, and grants them the right to consult legal counsel before agreeing to a voluntary safety plan
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Child Abuse And Neglect Investigations.
Last Action
Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House
6/16/2023
Committee Referrals
Judiciary6/16/2023
Full Bill Text
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