{"code":"FAM","codeName":"Family Code","section":"8736","citation":"Fam. Code, § 8736","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 13. ADOPTION [8500. - 9340.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/division-13"},{"name":"PART 2. ADOPTION OF UNMARRIED MINORS [8600. - 9212.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/division-13/part-2"},{"name":"CHAPTER 2.5. Adoptions by Relative Caregivers or Foster Parents [8730. - 8736.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/division-13/part-2/chapter-2.5"}],"history":"Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 983, Sec. 3.   Effective January 1, 1999.","effective":"1999-01-01","html":"<p>The requirements of this chapter shall not be used as basis for removing a child who has been placed with a relative caregiver or foster parent prior to January 1, 1999, unless the noncompliance with the standards described therein present a danger to the health, safety, or emotional well-being of the child.</p>","text":"The requirements of this chapter shall not be used as basis for removing a child who has been placed with a relative caregiver or foster parent prior to January 1, 1999, unless the noncompliance with the standards described therein present a danger to the health, safety, or emotional well-being of the child.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/family-code/adoptions-by-relative-caregivers-or-foster-parents-8736","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}