New York A01669 requires arresting authorities to notify local social services when a minor's parent or guardian is arrested, and mandates the.

New York A01669 amends the social services law to require arresting authorities to notify local social services districts when a minor's parent, legal guardian, or caregiver is arrested or taken into custody. The arresting authority must ascertain the minor's location and the identity of the person entrusted with their care, then notify the social services district. Upon notification, the district must investigate the appropriateness of the minor's placement within 24 hours. If the placement is deemed unsuitable, the district must arrange for alternative care.

New York A01669 requires arresting authorities to notify local social services when a minor's parent or guardian is arrested, and mandates the.

New York A01669 amends the social services law to require arresting authorities to notify local social services districts when a minor's parent, legal guardian, or caregiver is arrested or taken into custody. The arresting authority must ascertain the minor's location and the identity of the person entrusted with their care, then notify the social services district. Upon notification, the district must investigate the appropriateness of the minor's placement within 24 hours. If the placement is deemed unsuitable, the district must arrange for alternative care.