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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A. Except as provided in Subsection B of this Section, for a child placed into foster care, as defined in Children's Code Article 603, the Department of Children and Family Services shall obtain one of the following no later than ninety days after the placement of the child in the custody of the state:
(1) For a child age fourteen or older, a special identification card issued for the child pursuant to R.S. 40:1321.
(2) For a child younger than age fourteen or a child who does not qualify for a special identification card, a photograph of the child.
B. If the Department of Children and Family Services is unable to comply with the provisions of Subsection A of this Section due to the child's incarceration, elopement, physical or mental disability, or specialized placement where the child cannot be transported, or upon approval of the court, the department shall obtain the special identification card or photograph no later than ninety days from the date the condition preventing compliance ceases to exist.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 46, § 286.2. Children in foster care; identification card; photograph - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/la/revised-statutes/la-rev-stat-tit-46-sect-286-2/
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