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Can I Refuse Entry of a Child Welfare Caseworker?

September 20, 2017

Protecting Your Right to Privacy Under the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution, you have a right to privacy of your person and your property. This right protects you...

How Long Can Child Welfare Investigations Last?

September 12, 2017

When Time Is of the Essence When you are under investigation for child abuse or neglect, time is important, especially if you are separated from your child. Every...

What Is Reasonable Discipline?

September 6, 2017

The Right to Discipline Under the watchful eyes of the State, many parents are unsure as to how they can discipline their child without it being considered abuse....

Can a DWI/DUI Prompt a Child Welfare Investigation?

July 27, 2017

If you are arrested for a DWI/DUI and had a minor child whom you were responsible for in the car with you, you could face more than just...

Using Mediation in Child Welfare Cases

July 26, 2017

Resolving Ongoing Conflict Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method of resolving conflict without litigation. It can be helpful in many types of family law cases and...

How to Prepare for Child Welfare Court Proceedings

July 24, 2017

Your Day in Court As a parent, you have a right to attend child welfare court proceedings regarding your child. Appearing in court is important because it gives...

How to Prepare Kids for Court

July 12, 2017

Foster children have many rights that help protect them against injustice. One of these rights is the right to be involved in their court proceedings. It’s important for...

How Long Will Visitation Be Supervised?

June 26, 2017

Temporary Supervision In cases involving child visitation, the judge may order supervised visitation if the non-custodial parent has a history of domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, substance...

Understanding Permanency Options

June 9, 2017

When a child is taken from his or her family and placed in foster care, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) must develop a permanency plan...

What Is a Notice of Placement With Children?

May 30, 2017

An Official Placement Parents have a right to live with and care for their child unless they abuse or neglect him or her. When the Division of Child...

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