New Jersey § 30:4c-11
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:4c-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:4c-11.
In any case in which the Division of Child Protection and Permanency accepts a child in care or custody, including placement, the division shall not be
required to provide reasonable efforts to prevent placement of the child if a court
of competent jurisdiction has determined that both of the following criteria are met: a. One of the following actions has occurred: (1) the parent has subjected the child to aggravated circumstances of abuse, neglect,
cruelty , or abandonment, (2) the parent has been convicted of murder, aggravated manslaughter , or manslaughter of another child of the parent; aiding or abetting, attempting,
conspiring , or soliciting to commit murder, aggravated manslaughter , or manslaughter of the child or another child of the parent; committing or attempting
to commit an assault that resulted, or could have resulted, in the significant bodily
injury to the child or another child of the parent; or committing a similarly serious
criminal act which resulted, or could have resulted, in the death or significant bodily
injury to the child or another child of the parent, (3) the rights of the parent to another of the parent's children have been involuntarily
terminated or (4) removal of the child was required due to imminent danger to the child's life,
safety or health; and b. Efforts to prevent placement were not reasonable due to risk of harm to the child's
health or safety. When determining whether reasonable efforts are required to prevent placement, the
health and safety of the child shall be of paramount concern to the court.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:4c-11
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:4c-11 cover?
Section 30:4c-11 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 30:4c-11?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 30:4c-11" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 30:4c-11 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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