Requiring a law enforcement officer to consult with the secretary for children and families before taking a child into custody and that the secretary respond and offer consultation to such law enforcement officer outside of the secretary's operating hours.

Summary

The bill requires police or court services officers to contact the Secretary for Children and Families and get guidance before placing a child under 18 into custody. The Secretary must provide a response and consultation even when the office is closed. It adds an extra safeguard to protect children before they are removed from their homes.

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