HB3451

Missouri HB3451 mandates recording of face-to-face interviews regarding child abuse or neglect, with specific storage and access rules.

HB3451 requires the Department of Social Services to record any face-to-face interview related to child abuse or neglect, unless equipment malfunctions or unforeseen circumstances prevent it. Only approved applications or software can generate these recordings, which must be securely stored. A copy of the recording can only be issued to those investigating or prosecuting child abuse or neglect cases, or to a caregiver or guardian in a judicial proceeding, unless a court orders otherwise. Failure to record does not preclude statements made by a child from being admissible in court.