California Welfare and Institutions Code

§ 399

WIC § 399Div. 2 · Part 1 · Ch. 2 · Art. 13.5

Statute text

Any minor being considered for placement in a foster home shall have the right to make a brief statement to the court making a decision on placement. The court may disregard any preferences expressed by the minor. The minor’s right to make a statement shall not be limited to the initial placement, but shall continue for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.

Legislative history

Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 317, Sec. 2.