Family Law - Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations ("Know Before They Knock" Family Right to Notice Act)

Summary

The bill changes Maryland’s child‑abuse investigation process so that, after a report, investigators must try to interview the child’s parent or legal guardian rather than a caretaker, and must provide the parent with an oral and written notice of their rights. It applies to reports of physical, sexual, neglect, or mental‑injury abuse and sets specific timelines for the interview and notice. The notice tells parents they can refuse entry, have an attorney present, and that refusing may lead to a petition to remove the child.

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