MO SB802

Extends the timeframe for completing child abuse and neglect investigations from thirty to forty-five days, with exceptions for cases involving child death.

Extends the notification period for investigation determinations from ninety to one-hundred days for alleged perpetrators and parents of the child.

Requires the division to initiate structured decision-making protocols within twenty-four hours of receiving reports and classify them based on reported risk and injury to the child.

Mandates direct observation of children within twenty-four hours when reports indicate danger of serious physical harm or threat to life, with law enforcement required to facilitate such observations.

Establishes procedures for multidisciplinary team investigations, chief investigator oversight for repeat incidents, and family support team meetings that include parents, legal counsel, guardians ad litem, and volunteer advocates.