TN SB2892

Legislative Description

As enacted, requires that, if a report of child abuse alleges physical abuse, it will be in the best interest of the child that the child be referred to a child advocacy center or that the investigation be conducted by a child protective services investigator who is adequately trained in investigating physical abuse reports; prohibits any probation officer previously assigned to the child from performing the investigation under any circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37; Title 39 and Title 40.

Child Abuse

Last Action

Committee Referrals