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County attorneys seek statutory fix to allow maltreatment findings when abuse occurs out of state
Summary
A bill to clarify that Minnesota counties can investigate and secure maltreatment determinations for incidents involving Minnesota children that occurred in other states was presented and the committee moved the measure toward Human Services for further consideration.
County attorneys told the House Children and Families Committee that a statutory clarification is needed so Minnesota social‑service agencies and hearing officers can uphold maltreatment findings when the alleged maltreatment occurred while a Minnesota child was temporarily out of state.
Why it matters: a maltreatment finding that remains available in Minnesota’s records can restrict an offender’s ability to hold child‑facing roles (for example as a coach or childcare provider). County attorneys said…
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