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Welfare and Institutions Code § 399

ARTICLE 13.5. Foster Care of Children

Current as of September 28, 2026Welf. & Inst. Code, § 399Official source ↗

Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 317, Sec. 2.

Any minor being considered for placement in a foster home shall have 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 shall not be limited to the initial placement, but shall continue for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.