SB 1631
DCS; sexual abuse allegations; interviews
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 1631 aims to improve the investigation of allegations of criminal conduct against children in Arizona. It requires the Department of Child Safety (DCS) to develop and implement standardized protocols for initial screening, safety assessments, and investigations, in collaboration with various agencies and experts. The bill also mandates that a trained forensic interviewer conduct interviews with children alleging sexual abuse within 72 hours of the report, with exceptions for documented ‘good cause’ situations, and establishes reporting requirements for county attorneys to track investigation activity and outcomes.
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