Delaware Statutes
§ 2324 — Social study and report
Delaware·Title 13·Ch. 23 GUARDIANSHIP OF A CHILD·Subch. General Procedures for Appointment of Guardians
(a)The Court, in its discretion, may order a social study and report (hereinafter “social report” ) for any petition filed under this chapter. The social report, if ordered, shall be prepared by a “licensed agency,” as defined in § 1101 of this title, retained by petitioner.
(b)The social report shall include:
(1)Information regarding the child and that child’s background;
(2)Information regarding the guardian or guardians and the proposed home;
(3)Information regarding the physical and mental condition of the child;
(4)Information regarding the suitability of the placement;
(5)A statement as to whether all requirements of this chapter have been met; and
(6)A recommendation.
(c)If a social report is ordered under this section, the person or persons or organization so order
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Legislative History
73 Del. Laws, c. 150, § 1 ; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1 ; 84 Del. Laws, c. 128, § 5
Nearby Sections
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§ 2301
Intent and purpose§ 2302
Definitions§ 2303
Jurisdiction and venue§ 2321
Consent by parent§ 2322
Contents of petition§ 2324
Social study and report§ 2326
Decision within 45 days§ 2328
Appeals§ 2333
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