Any minor being considered for placement in a foster home shall have the right to make a brief statement to the court making a decision on placement. The court may disregard any preferences expressed by the minor. The minor’s right to make a statement shall not be limited to the initial placement, but shall continue for any proceedings concerning continued placement or a decision to return to parental custody.
Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 399
Foster Care of Children
Known as the Arnold-Kennick Juvenile Court Law
The act spans §§ 200–987 (682 sections).
Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 317, Sec. 2.
Official source: California Legislative Information. Reproduced from public-domain California statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.