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MO HB713
Bill
Status
1/28/2015
Primary Sponsor
Bill Lant
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AI Summary
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Requires the Children's Division to immediately forward reports involving juveniles with problem sexual behavior to the appropriate local office along with relevant information from the system
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Mandates local offices use a "family assessment and services approach" rather than a standard investigation when responding to these reports
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Preserves the local office's authority to commence a full investigation at any point if determined necessary, including requesting law enforcement assistance
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Defines "juvenile with problem sexual behavior" as any person under 14 years of age who has allegedly committed sexual abuse against another younger child
Legislative Description
Specifies that the Children's Division in the Department of Social Services must be notified if a juvenile has committed sexual abuse against another child
Last Action
Voted Do Pass (H)
3/30/2015