{"code":"FAM","codeName":"Family Code","section":"7952","citation":"Fam. Code, § 7952","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 12. PARENT AND CHILD RELATIONSHIP [7500. - 7962.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/division-12"},{"name":"PART 6. FOSTER CARE PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS [7950. - 7952.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/division-12/part-6"}],"history":"Repealed and added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 884, Sec. 2.   Effective January 1, 1996.","effective":"1996-01-01","html":"<p>A minor 10 years of age or older being considered for placement in a foster home has the right to make a brief statement to the court making a decision on placement. The court may disregard any preferences expressed by the minor. The minor’s right to make a statement is not limited to the initial placement, but continues for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.</p>","text":"A minor 10 years of age or older being considered for placement in a foster home has the right to make a brief statement to the court making a decision on placement. The court may disregard any preferences expressed by the minor. The minor’s right to make a statement is not limited to the initial placement, but continues for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/foster-care-placement-considerations-7952","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}