Maryland § 3-816.4
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-816.4, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-816.4.
(a) In this section, “educational stability” means the continuous process of identifying and implementing the appropriate educational placement, training, resources, services, and experiences that will address the fundamental needs necessary to ensure the successful educational outcome of a child and contribute to the child’s overall well–being.
(b) The court shall inquire as to the educational stability of a child at a shelter care hearing, adjudicatory hearing, disposition hearing, and any change of placement proceeding.
(c) In determining the educational stability of a child under this section, the court may consider the following factors:
(1) The appropriateness of the child’s current school placement;
(2) The school placement of the child’s siblings;
(3) The minimization of school changes;
(4) The proximity of the school to the child’s placement;
(5) Transportation to and from school;
(6) The proper release and prompt transfer of the child’s education records;
(7) The child’s school attendance;
(8) The identification of and consultation with the child’s educational guardian;
(9) The maintenance of any individual education plan (IEP); and
(10) The child’s appropriate grade level progress or progress toward graduation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-816.4
What does Maryland Code § 3-816.4 cover?
Section 3-816.4 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 3-816.4?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-816.4" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 3-816.4 apply to my situation?
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