What steps must be taken to place an Indian child in foster care or adoptive placement?
In accordance with California Rules of Court and Indian Child Custody Guidelines, testimony from a qualified Indian Child Welfare expert witness is required to address whether continued care and custody by the parent or Indian Custodian would cause serious emotional or physical damage. Evidence must be clear and convincing and supported by an expert witness.
Related Questions
- Must the child in a voluntary foster care placement be returned when a parent or Indian custodian withdraws consent to such a placement?
- Do Indian Tribe’s have a right to modify the Indian Child Welfare foster care placement preference order?
- What role does a foster/adoptive parent have in selecting a child for placement?
