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

Summary

The bill changes Maryland law so that, after a report of suspected abuse or neglect, investigators must try to interview the child’s parent or legal guardian rather than a caretaker. It also obligates social services or law‑enforcement agencies to provide oral and written notice of the parent’s rights, in plain language, and to keep proof of that notice. The measure aims to protect parental due‑process rights while still allowing timely investigations.

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