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1 Representation of Children in Child Abuse and Neglect Proceedings 1 (2021)

handle is hein.scsl/repcpr0001 and id is 1 raw text is: Representation of Children in Child Abuse and Neglect Proceedings To find statute information for a particular State, go to the State Statutes Search. The Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) requires States to document in their State plan provisions for appointing a guardian ad litem (GAL) to represent the child's best interests in every case of abuse or neglect that results in a judicial proceeding. The GAL may be an attorney or a court- appointed special advocate (CASA)-or both-who has received appropriate training.1 The GAL represents the child at all judicial proceedings related to the case and has the responsibility to perform the following tasks: Obtain a clear and firsthand understanding of the situation and needs of the child Make recommendations to the court concerning the best interests of the child2 To be eligible for funding under CAPTA, a State is required to submit to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services a written plan for improving the State's child protective services system. The plan must include an assurance that the State has in effect laws, policies, or procedures that address specific issues required by CAPTA (42 U.S.C. § 5106a(b) (2019)). 2 42 U.S.C. § 5106a(b)(2)(B)(xiii) (2019). For more information on issues related to providing representation for children, visit the website of the National Quality Improvement Center on the Representation of Children in the Child Welfare System. Child Welfare . 1 Information Gateway PROTECTING CHILDREN 0 STRENGTHENING FAMILIES WHAT'S INSIDE Making the appointment The use of court-appointed special advocates Qualifications and training Specific duties Compensating the representative Children's Bureau An Office of the Administration for Children & Families

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