New York A01234 mandates child protective services to inform parents and caretakers of their rights during an investigation.

New York A01234 amends the social services law to require child protective services to orally and in writing disclose specific information to parents and caretakers who are the subject of an investigation. This disclosure must include their rights, such as not being required to speak with the investigator or allow entry into their home. The information must be provided in the parent or caretaker's preferred language, and a signed notice must be given as evidence of the disclosure. The bill ensures parents and caretakers are aware of their rights during the investigation.

New York A01234 mandates child protective services to inform parents and caretakers of their rights during an investigation.

New York A01234 amends the social services law to require child protective services to orally and in writing disclose specific information to parents and caretakers who are the subject of an investigation. This disclosure must include their rights, such as not being required to speak with the investigator or allow entry into their home. The information must be provided in the parent or caretaker's preferred language, and a signed notice must be given as evidence of the disclosure. The bill ensures parents and caretakers are aware of their rights during the investigation.