California AB1688 mandates timely notification to attorneys and tribal representatives when child abuse or neglect is reported in out-of-home.

California AB1688 amends the Penal Code to require agencies to notify relevant parties within 36 hours when a report of child abuse or neglect in an out-of-home placement is substantiated. This includes notifying the attorney representing a parent or legal guardian, and, for Indian children, the tribal representative. The notice must state that a report has been substantiated but cannot disclose the identity of the reporting party or any personal or confidential information.

California AB1688 mandates timely notification to attorneys and tribal representatives when child abuse or neglect is reported in out-of-home.

California AB1688 amends the Penal Code to require agencies to notify relevant parties within 36 hours when a report of child abuse or neglect in an out-of-home placement is substantiated. This includes notifying the attorney representing a parent or legal guardian, and, for Indian children, the tribal representative. The notice must state that a report has been substantiated but cannot disclose the identity of the reporting party or any personal or confidential information.