Physical examinations in CHINS investigations.
Summary
Provides that if the department of child services (department) receives a report of known or suspected abuse of a child who is less than five years of age, a department caseworker: (1) shall physically examine the child's head, face, arms, legs, chest, and back for bruises or contusions; and (2) if the caseworker finds evidence of abuse, shall: (A) immediately take the child into custody; (B) cause color photographs to be taken of the areas of trauma visible on the child, unless a law enforcement agency is obligated to do so; (C) cause a medical examination of the child to be performed; and (D) if medically indicated, cause a radiological examination of the child to be performed. Provides that if the department receives a report of known or suspected abuse of a child who is not less than five years of age, the department may have a: (1) health screening; or (2) medical examination; of the child conducted. Provides that the department is responsible for the cost of the health screening or medical examination.
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 6, 2026
Last action Jan 22, 2026
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carolyn Jackson
DDemocratic
Co
Julie McGuire
RRepublican
Co
Lindsay Patterson
RRepublican
Co
Vanessa Summers
DDemocratic
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