Florida S1488 mandates booking officers to inquire about minor children of arrested persons and take protective actions if necessary.

Florida S1488, the "Child Protection at Time of Parental Arrest Act," requires booking officers to ask arrested persons if they have minor children. If the arrested person confirms having a minor child, the booking officer must ask if the child is safe with a guardian and verify the child's safety and current placement. If the child is deemed unprotected or at risk, the booking officer must notify the central abuse hotline. If the arrested person claims no minor child but a previous record indicates otherwise, the booking officer may contact the hotline for an investigation.

Florida S1488 mandates booking officers to inquire about minor children of arrested persons and take protective actions if necessary.

Florida S1488, the "Child Protection at Time of Parental Arrest Act," requires booking officers to ask arrested persons if they have minor children. If the arrested person confirms having a minor child, the booking officer must ask if the child is safe with a guardian and verify the child's safety and current placement. If the child is deemed unprotected or at risk, the booking officer must notify the central abuse hotline. If the arrested person claims no minor child but a previous record indicates otherwise, the booking officer may contact the hotline for an investigation.