Review the most recent legal developments in dependency case law. Our talented in-house Writ Team provides an in-depth analysis on In re C.L.; In re R.Q. In re C.L. —published 10/13/2023; Third Dist.Docket No. C097911; 96 Cal.App.5th 377Link to case: https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/C097911.PDFWHEN A CHILD IS REMOVED PURSUANT TO A SECTION 340PROTECTIVE CUSTODY WARRANT, THE DUTY TO…
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November 2023 Newsletter
Help Us Spread Joy This Season! The holidays are officially here! While many of us are busy searching for the perfect holiday gifts for the kids in our lives, some children in foster care will go without. Eighteen years ago, after watching countless clients celebrate the holidays without warm clothing or gifts to unwrap, CLC’s…
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Review the most recent legal developments in dependency case law. Our talented in-house Writ Team provides an in-depth analysis on In re V.C; In re Jerry R.; In re Jose C. In re V.C.—published 9/6/23; First Dist., Div. TwoDocket No. A166527; 95 Cal.App.5th 251Link to case: https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/A166527.PDF[1] THE AGENCY HAS AN INITIAL DUTY OF INQUIRY…
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