Rhode Island § 40-11-19 - Abused and Neglected Children
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§ 40-11-19. Abused and Neglected Children
R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-11-19
§ 40-11-19. Parents with disabilities.
The department shall investigate reports of child abuse and neglect as mandated in this chapter. A parent’s disability, as defined in § 42-87-1, will not constitute sole grounds to initiate an investigation or a finding of child abuse or neglect; provided, that nothing in this section shall:
(1) Prevent a child from being considered abused or neglected if a child is harmed or threatened with harm as described in § 40-11-2; or
(2) Preclude the court from ordering the furnishing of supportive parenting services to address any impending or actual danger to the child.
History of Section.
P.L. 2021, ch. 19, § 2, effective May 26, 2021; P.L. 2021, ch. 20, § 2, effective
May 26, 2021.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 40-11-19
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 40-11-19 cover?
Section 40-11-19 ("Abused and Neglected Children") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. 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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