Arkansas § 12-18-605 - Investigative interviews.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-18-605 — Investigative interviews., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-18-605. Investigative interviews.
An investigation of child maltreatment or suspected child maltreatment under this chapter shall include interviews with: The child as provided under § 12-18-608; The parents, both custodial and noncustodial; If neither parent is the alleged offender, the alleged offender; Current or past healthcare providers when the allegation of child maltreatment was reported by a healthcare provider; and Any other relevant persons. If, after exercising reasonable diligence in conducting any or all interviews, the subjects of the interviews cannot be located or are unable to communicate, the efforts to conduct the interviews shall be documented and the investigation shall proceed under this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-18-605
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-18-605 cover?
Section 12-18-605 ("Investigative interviews.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 12-18-605?
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Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
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