Wash. Admin. Code § 388-25-0055

Current through Register Vol. 24-11, June 1, 2024

Section 388-25-0055 - How long may a voluntary placement last with the department?

A voluntary placement must last no longer than one hundred eighty days. By the end of one hundred eighty days, the child must return to the child's parent or guardian unless the juvenile court has made a judicial determination that:

(1) Return to the parent or guardian is contrary to the welfare of the child; and

(2) Continued placement in foster care is in the best interest of the child.

Wash. Admin. Code § 388-25-0055

Statutory Authority: RCW 74.13.031. 01-08-047, § 388-25-0055, filed 3/30/01, effective 4/30/01.