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ID S1106

ID S1106
Adds to existing law to provide rights of parents, guardians, and others during child protection investigations.


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/17/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/06/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

JUVENILE PROCEEDINGS -- Adds to existing law to provide rights of parents, guardians, and others during child protection investigations.

AI Summary

This bill adds a new section to existing Idaho law to provide rights of parents, guardians, and others during child protection investigations. The key provisions include: (1) requiring the Department of Health and Welfare to notify parents, guardians, or legal custodians of their right to refuse to answer questions, consult with an attorney, refuse entry to their home, and refuse questioning of minor children, unless a court order authorizes it; (2) requiring the notification to be provided in writing within 72 hours of the first direct, in-person contact; (3) giving parents, guardians, or legal custodians standing to challenge violations of these rights and the ability to recover costs and attorney's fees; and (4) declaring the bill effective immediately upon becoming law on July 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary and Rules Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee (13:30:00 2/20/2023 Room WW54) (on 02/20/2023)

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