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Good Public Policy?
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1859405,00.html
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1859405,00.html
Greg Bernhardt said:What were the good intentions of this policy?
In Nebraska, child abandonment is defined as any instance where a parent or guardian willfully leaves a child under the age of 18 without proper supervision or care.
If a child is found to have been abandoned, the Department of Health and Human Services will conduct an investigation and determine if the child is in need of care. If so, the child may be placed in the temporary custody of a relative or in foster care.
No, if the parent has made arrangements for proper care and supervision of their child, they cannot be charged with child abandonment. This may include leaving the child with a family member or childcare provider.
If a parent is found guilty of child abandonment in Nebraska, they may face criminal charges, including fines and imprisonment. They may also lose custody of their child and be required to undergo counseling or other services.
There are certain circumstances where a parent may not be charged with child abandonment, such as if the child is left with a responsible person for a short period of time or if the child is in danger and the parent is seeking help. However, these exceptions may vary depending on the specific situation and should be discussed with a legal professional.