Dependency: fentanyl use.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends California law to ensure that if a juvenile court orders a parent or guardian to undergo substance testing, the test panel will include testing for fentanyl. Currently, the law doesn't specifically require fentanyl testing when such orders are made. This change aims to address the growing concern of fentanyl use within families involved in the dependency court system, allowing for a more comprehensive assessment of parental substance use.
Key provisions
- Requires fentanyl testing to be included when a juvenile court orders a parent or guardian to submit to substance testing.
- Addresses the potential for fentanyl use by parents or guardians in dependency court proceedings.
- Modifies Section 362 of the Welfare and Institutions Code to reflect this change.
- Allows the juvenile court to order parental participation in counseling or education programs designed to address contributing factors to dependency cases.
- Ensures the court considers a parent’s ability to afford court-ordered services.
- Focuses on ensuring regular school attendance and obtaining necessary educational services for dependent children.
Who is affected
- Parents and guardians of dependent children involved in juvenile court proceedings.
- Juvenile courts and social workers.
- Children involved in dependency cases.
- State agencies involved in child welfare services.
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