S.D. Admin. R. 67:14:11:01
Current through Register Vol. 51, page 57, November 12, 2024
Upon the department's receipt of a copy of the adoption petition, the department shall conduct an investigation as to the desirability for the adoption. The investigation shall include personal interviews with the petitioners seeking adoption of the child ; and interviewing the child who is over the age of six; inspection of information from case records of the department, exclusive of privileged communication contained therein; inspection of information obtained from medical, financial, or other references; and inspection of information provided by other social agencies.
S.D. Admin. R. 67:14:11:01
General Authority: SDCL 26-4-9.1.
Law Implemented: SDCL 26-4-9.1.