Physical examinations in CHINS investigations.
This bill did not become law and its session has ended, so it can no longer move. It would have to be reintroduced.
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- Jan 22
Where it stands
Introduced (Current step)
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What it does
Provides that if the department of child services (department) receives a report of known or suspected abuse of a child who is less than five years of age, a department caseworker: (1) shall physically examine the child's head, face, arms, legs, chest, and back for bruises or contusions; and (2) if the caseworker finds evidence of abuse, shall: (A) immediately take the child into custody; (B) cause color photographs to be taken of the areas of trauma visible on the child, unless a law enforcement agency is obligated to do so; (C) cause a medical examination of the child to be performed; and (D) if medically indicated, cause a radiological examination of the child to be performed. Provides…
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Who is involved
- Carolyn JacksonLead sponsor
- Julie McGuireSponsor
- Lindsay PattersonSponsor
- Vanessa SummersSponsor
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