5.5 Involving Law Enforcement In a Family Assessment
Workers may request law enforcement to accompany them when making an initial visit for a family assessment, without switching the report to the investigation track. The reasons for making such a request might include
- Worker safety
- Family does not allow access to the child
- Family member safety
- Criminal violation not related to CA/N
- Status offense by juvenile (involve juvenile officer);
- Potential for law enforcement to take custody of child;
- Past history of domestic violence and/or drug involvement in the home; or
- History or suspicion of active meth lab at residence.
There should be a discussion with the law enforcement officer prior to the visit regarding the role each will play. The worker should immediately advise the family of the reason law enforcement is involved.
Chapter Memoranda History: (prior to 1/31/07)
CS03-51, CD05-35, CD05-72, CD06-34