Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.06.01.402

Current through September 2, 2024

Section 16.06.01.402 - INVOLUNTARY PLACEMENT OF INDIAN CHILDREN

Involuntary placement of an Indian child in foster care must be based upon clear and convincing evidence, including information from qualified expert witnesses, that the continued custody of the child by the parent(s) or Indian custodian(s) is likely to result in serious emotional or physical damage to the child. In the absence of good cause to the contrary, a preference must be given to placement with:

01.Extended Family. A member of the Indian child's extended family;

02.Foster Home Approved by Tribe. A foster home licensed or approved by the Indian child's tribe;

03.Licensed Indian Foster Home. An Indian foster home licensed or approved by an authorized non-Indian licensing authority; or

04.Indian Institution. An institution for children approved by an Indian tribe or operated by an Indian organization that has a program suitable to meet the child's needs.

Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.06.01.402

Effective March 15, 2022