Pennsylvania — Statute

2003 – Amendment | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law requires immediate removal of children from foster parents convicted of offenses involving contact with children, prioritizing safety and welfare.

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Pennsylvania State Law

2003 – Amendment

Pennsylvania Title 42 - Judiciary and Judicial Procedure § 2003

Summary

Pennsylvania law § 6351.1 mandates that if a foster parent is convicted of certain offenses involving contact with children, the court must immediately remove the child from that foster parent. The law limits the court's ability to place or return the child to the convicted foster parent, prioritizing the child's safety and welfare. It ensures swift action and restricts placement options when a foster parent has been convicted of relevant offenses.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law requires immediate removal of children from foster parents convicted of offenses involving contact with children, prioritizing safety and welfare.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.