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NJ A5168
Requires DCPP to consult with Division of Developmental Disabilities following finding of child abuse or neglect to create services plan for person with developmental disability under certain circumstances.
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Introduced
02/09/2023
02/09/2023
In Committee
02/09/2023
02/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Under current law, if the court finds that a person who has abused or neglected a child appears to be in need of therapeutic services, the court may order the person to accept such services or an evaluation for services. The services ordered by the court may include, but are not limited to, homemaker services, functional education, and professional therapy. This bill would provide that in cases where the person has a developmental disability and is eligible for services provided by the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Human Services, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency would be required make reasonable efforts to consult with DDD to create a plan for therapeutic services for the person. DDD would also be required to determine an appropriate method to offer the therapeutic services based on the person's disability.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) to consult with the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in the Department of Human Services to create a plan for therapeutic services for individuals with developmental disabilities who have been found to have abused or neglected a child. The bill also requires DDD to determine an appropriate method to offer the therapeutic services based on the individual's disability. This is intended to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities receive appropriate and tailored services in such cases.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/09/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A5168 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A9999/5168_I1.HTM |
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