Rhode Island § 14-1-65 § 14-1-65. Hearings for out-of-state placement of children.

Rhode Island Statutes

§ 14-1-65 — § 14-1-65. Hearings for out-of-state placement of children.

Rhode Island·Title 14 Delinquent and Dependent Children·Ch. 14-1 Proceedings in Family Court

§ 14-1-65. Hearings for out-of-state placement of children.
(a) Prior to authorizing the placement of a child entrusted to the control of the department
            of children, youth, and families and in an out-of-state child caring facility, other
            than the home of a relative, the department shall petition the family court for a
            placement hearing. The family court shall grant approval for the placement if the
            following facts are found:
         
(1) That no suitable in-state facilities are available for the placement of the child;
         
(2) That the child will receive an individualized treatment 

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§ 14-1-65. Hearings for out-of-state placement of children.

(a) Prior to authorizing the placement of a child entrusted to the control of the department of children, youth, and families and in an out-of-state child caring facility, other than the home of a relative, the department shall petition the family court for a placement hearing. The family court shall grant approval for the placement if the following facts are found:

(1) That no suitable in-state facilities are available for the placement of the child;

(2) That the child will receive an individualized treatment plan, including, but not limited to, appropriate clinical treatment, education, training, and rehabilitation; and

(3) That the proposed placement is in the best interest of the child.

(b) This section shall not apply when the proposed placement is less than thirty-five (35) miles from the home of the parent previously having custody of the child.

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