Child Protective Services Handbook Revision
June 2009
This revision of the Child Protective Services Handbook was published on June 1, 2009. Summaries of new or revised items are provided below.
Placement of Children: Proximity to the Child’s Home and Children Under Age 2 (PATS 2123)
This revision updates the key issues to consider when selecting a placement for a child.
· Close Proximity to the Child’s Home: There are additional school issues to comply with new federal requirements. CPS staff must not only consider whether it is appropriate for the child to continue in his or her current school, but also whether it is appropriate for the new caretaker to transport the child to his or her current school.
· Children Under Age Two: When placing children under age two, CPS staff must ensure the safety and stability of the placement.
See 6314.1 Required Issues to Consider
Involuntary Removals, Adversary Hearings, Court-Ordered Removals, Written Notice to Parents (PATS 2377)
The CPS handbook is being revised to address a recent court ruling and the emphasis on 4th Amendment rights and exigent circumstances. See:
5220 Involuntary Removal of a Child
5221 Types of Involuntary Removal of a Child
5222 Full Adversary Hearings When Removing a Child
5223 Preparing a Court Case to Remove a Child
5223.1 Preparing an Affidavit for Removal of a Child
5223.2 Determining the Jurisdiction and Venue of a Lawsuit to Remove a Child
5223.3 Providing Information for a Petition to Remove a Child
5223.4 Providing Other Supporting Information for Removal of a Child
5223.5 Appearing as a Witness in a Hearing to Remove a Child
5224 After an Adversary Hearing to Remove a Child
5230 Providing Written Notice to Parents When Removing a Child
5231 When to Provide Written Notice About Removing a Child
5232 Completing Form 2231 Notice of Removal
5233 Delivering Written Notice When Removing a Child
5233.1 Providing Notice When Removing a Child Based on Voluntary Relinquishment
5234 Conducting a Diligent Search for Missing Parents
5234.1 What the Law Requires of a Diligent Search for Missing Parents
5234.2 When a Parent of an Indian Child Cannot Be Located
5234.3 Locating One or More Alleged Biological Fathers
5234.4 How to Conduct a Diligent Search for Missing Parents
Cross-references to items moved or deleted with this revision have been updated in the following items. See:
2261.3 Identifying and Locating Parents and Guardians
2395 Removal Involving a Minor Who Wants or Had an Abortion Without Her Family Knowing
5110 Safeguarding the Legal Rights of Parents and Children
5200 Court-Related Services for Children at Risk of Abuse or Neglect
5351 The 60-Day Status Hearing
5354 Dispositional Hearings
5370 Child Support for Children in Substitute Care
5430 Voluntary Relinquishment
6110 Definition, Criteria, Goals, and Objectives
6233 Termination of Parental Rights
6422.6 Filing the Family Service Plan With the Court
6630 Working With Military Families
Appendix 5261 A. Detailed Diligent Search for Parent (Steps to Take)
Appendix 5261-B: Detailed Diligent Search for Relatives (Steps to Take)