Permanency Planning Indiana
Statute: Ind. Code Ann. § 31-34-19-6 (West, WESTLAW through 2000 2nd Reg. Sess.)
Law:
If consistent with the safety of the community and the best interest of the child, the juvenile court shall enter a dispositional decree that:
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Is in least restrictive (most family like) and most appropriate setting available;
Is close to the parents' home, consistent with the best interest and special needs of the child;
Least interferes with family autonomy;
Is least disruptive of family life;
Imposes the least restraint on the freedom of the child and the child's parent, guardian, or custodian; and
Provides a reasonable opportunity for participation by the child's parent, guardian, or custodian.
Concurrent Planning
Law:
Not addressed in statutes reviewed
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