North Carolina § 131D-10 - 2B. Foster care until 21 years of age.
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§ 131D-10. 2B. Foster care until 21 years of age.
A child placed in foster care who has attained the age of 18 years may continue receiving foster care services until reaching 21 years of age as provided by law. A child who initially chooses to opt out of foster care upon attaining the age of 18 years may opt to receive foster care services at a later date until reaching 21 years of age. A child who has attained the age of 18 years and chosen to continue receiving foster care services until reaching 21 years of age may continue to receive benefits pursuant to Part 4 of Article 2 of Chapter 108A of the General Statutes upon meeting the requirements under G.S. 108A-48(c). History (2015-241, s. 12C.9(e).)
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 131D-10 ("2B. Foster care until 21 years of age.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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