How long does DCS have to close a case in Tennessee?

An investigation is concluded within sixty (60) calendar days with a decision to close the case, provide or refer to community services or transition to a Family Service Worker (FSW).

What happens in a DCF investigation?

Once the investigation is complete DCF will have to decide whether to substantiate (to find that the child was abused or neglected) or to unsubstantiated (to find that the child was not abused or neglected). They will also determine who is the cause of the abuse or neglect.

What does it mean when an investigation is inconclusive?

Inconclusive means that an investigation concluded that an allegation in a complaint is not substantiated or unfounded.

How does the CPS make a decision?

Every charging decision is based on the same two-stage test in the Code for Crown Prosecutors: That means asking questions including how serious the offence is, the harm caused to the victim, the impact on communities and whether prosecution is a proportionate response.

How long does CPS have to investigate a case in Tennessee?

In most instances, Child Protective Services has approximately 45 days to investigate reports of neglect, dependency and abuse. If the investigation takes longer than 45 days the agency must promptly notify the family about the extension.

How long does DCFS have to keep a child in custody?

In such an instance, DCFS has 48 hours to obtain a court order, allowing them to keep your child in DCFS custody (excludes holidays and weekends). The child may remain outside the home during the investigation process, or they may return to the parent or guardian if there is not sufficient evidence to back the allegations.

What happens to my child during a DCFS investigation?

DCFS’s first objective is to enable your children to remain safely with you at home. However, if that is not possible, DCFS in partnership with parents may make temporary arrangements for your child to stay with an approved relative or family friend while the investigation continues.

When does DCFS open a case in Los Angeles County?

If the investigation finds credible evidence: If there is evidence of mistreatment or neglect, a DCFS social worker will be assigned to you. Depending on the severity of the situation, a case may be opened with the Los Angeles County Juvenile Dependency Court, or DCFS may open a voluntary case without court involvement.

When to file a DCFS case for anticipatory neglect?

DCFS cases and child protection services. They may also be filed for anticipatory neglect, or when the child is at risk of abuse or neglect or substantial risk of abuse. Dependency: this means the parent cannot care for the child. Sometimes this happens for reasons that are not the parent’s fault.