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The Office of Children, Youth and Families Releases Policy Clarification on Child Protective Service Investigations

The Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) has released Policy Clarification #3490-21-05 that includes a “Quick Reference Guide” (see attachment).  This Policy Clarification addresses questions surrounding the completion of

The Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) has released Policy Clarification #3490-21-05 that includes a “Quick Reference Guide” (see attachment).  This Policy Clarification addresses questions surrounding the completion of Child Protective Services investigations when law enforcement officials request a delay of notification; pursuant to §§ 6368 (l) (relating to notice of investigation) and (m) (relating to delay of notification) of the Child Protective Services Law.

Questions regarding this Policy Clarification may be directed to your applicable OCYF Regional Office, or to Erik Walters (eriwalters@pa.gov) Human Services Analyst in OCYF’s Bureau of Policy, Programs and Operations.