Montana SB50 revises child abuse and neglect investigation laws, requiring warrants for child removals and establishing procedures for executing such.

Montana SB50 revises laws related to child abuse and neglect investigations, emphasizing family preservation and child safety. The bill mandates that child protection specialists, peace officers, or county attorneys apply for a warrant to remove a child from their home to prevent abuse or neglect. It outlines procedures for executing these warrants, including the requirement for a show cause hearing within 20 days. The bill also details the rights of parents and guardians, including the right to attend hearings and request kinship foster home placements.

Montana SB50 revises child abuse and neglect investigation laws, requiring warrants for child removals and establishing procedures for executing such.

Montana SB50 revises laws related to child abuse and neglect investigations, emphasizing family preservation and child safety. The bill mandates that child protection specialists, peace officers, or county attorneys apply for a warrant to remove a child from their home to prevent abuse or neglect. It outlines procedures for executing these warrants, including the requirement for a show cause hearing within 20 days. The bill also details the rights of parents and guardians, including the right to attend hearings and request kinship foster home placements.