§ 3112. — 3112. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 926, Sec. 5.)

California § 3112.

• Jurisdiction: California
• Code FAM: Family Code - FAM
• Div. 8.: DIVISION 8. CUSTODY OF CHILDREN
• Part 2.: PART 2. RIGHT TO CUSTODY OF MINOR CHILD
• Ch. 6.: CHAPTER 6. Custody Investigation and Report

Text

(a)
Where a court-appointed investigator is directed by the court to conduct a custody investigation or evaluation pursuant to this chapter or to undertake visitation work, including necessary evaluation, supervision, and reporting, the court shall inquire into the financial condition of the parent, guardian, or other person charged with the support of the minor. If the court finds the parent, guardian, or other person able to pay all or part of the expense of the investigation, report, and recommendation, the court may make an order requiring the parent, guardian, or other person to repay the court the amount the court determines proper.
(b)
The repayment shall be made to the court. The court shall keep suitable accounts of the expenses and repayments and shall deposit the collections as directed by the Judicial Council.

Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 926, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2001.