Fam. Code, § 7952 · Part 6. FOSTER CARE PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS
Fam. Code, § 7952
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A minor 10 years of age or older being considered for placement in a foster home has the right to make a brief statement to the court making a decision on placement. The court may disregard any preferences expressed by the minor. The minor’s right to make a statement is not limited to the initial placement, but continues for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Repealed and added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 884, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.
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