S.D. Admin. R. 67:14:31:24

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 67:14:31:24 - Need for continued alternative care to be determined by the permanency planning review team or court - Permanency planning reviews

The alternative care placement of a child remaining in care for six continuous months or more shall be reviewed every six months by the permanency planning review team or a court of competent jurisdiction.

The permanency planning review team shall be composed of the following individuals:

(1) The child;

(2) The child's parents, unless parental rights have been terminated;

(3) The child's family services specialist and other department staff as appropriate;

(4) The alternative care provider;

(5) A tribal representative, if applicable; and

(6) If the child is 12 years of age or older, other individuals of the child's choosing.

The permanency planning review team or court shall determine the continuing necessity for the alternative placement and shall project a likely date by which the child may be returned home, into an alternative permanent living arrangement or guardianship, or placed for adoption.

S.D. Admin. R. 67:14:31:24

2 SDR 49, effective 1/7/1976; transferred from; 44 SDR 94, effective 12/4/2017

General Authority: SDCL 28-8-28.

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-8-28.