(a) The purpose of these guidelines is: (1) to insure that investigations of suspected child abuse occurring in out-of-home care facilities are carried out in a timely, complete, and coordinated manner among the responsible agencies;(2) to require that the appropriate agency conducts the investigation in accordance with the guidelines;(3) to insure that all appropriate authorities are informed so that timely and appropriate measures will be taken to guard against future abuse in out-of-home care facilities;(4) to insure that the investigation is sensitive to the child victim(s); and(5) to properly document reasons for any disposition made.(b) The intent of these guidelines is to foster a high level of cooperation, communication, and mutual respect among all agencies involved in the investigation and administration of cases of abuse in out-of-home care facilities.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 11, § 930.10
1. New section filed 2-22-91; operative 3-24-91 (Register 91, No. 16). Note: Authority cited: Sections 11174 and 11174.1, Penal Code, Reference: Sections 11165.5, 11166, 11166.1, 11166.2 and 11166.3, Penal Code.
1. New section filed 2-22-91; operative 3-24-91 (Register 91, No. 16).