705 ILCS 405/2-7

Current through Public Act 103-1052
Section 705 ILCS 405/2-7 - Temporary custody

"Temporary custody" means the temporary placement of the minor out of the custody of the minor's guardian or parent, and includes the following:

(1) "Temporary protective custody" means custody within a hospital or other medical facility or a place previously designated for such custody by the Department of Children and Family Services, subject to review by the court, including a licensed foster home, group home, or other institution. However, such place shall not be a jail or other place for the detention of the criminal or juvenile offenders.
(2) "Shelter care" means a physically unrestrictive facility designated by the Department of Children and Family Services or a licensed child welfare agency, or other suitable place designated by the court for a minor who requires care away from the minor's home.

705 ILCS 405/2-7

P.A. 85-601.
Amended by P.A. 103-0022,§ 65, eff. 8/8/2023.