Tennessee SB1987 mandates expert evaluations for children in contested custody and dependency proceedings.
Tennessee SB1987 amends state law to require expert evaluations for children in contested custody and dependency proceedings. The bill mandates that courts order evaluations by qualified professionals, including medical doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, and others. These evaluations must include a summary of the child's history, a description of their current condition, and recommendations for further evaluation or treatment. The expert's report is considered prima facie evidence but can be rebutted if found incomplete or inaccurate.
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