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Ala. Code § 26-14-1 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section: (1) ABUSE. Harm or threatened harm to a child’s health or welfare. Harm or threatened harm to a child’s health or welfare can occur through nonaccidental p…
Ala. Code § 26-14-10 Doctrine of Privileged Communications Not Grounds for Exclusion of Evidence as to Child’s Injuries
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The doctrine of privileged communication, with the exception of the attorney-client privilege, shall not be a ground for excluding any evidence regarding a child’s injuries or the cause thereof in any judicial proceeding resulting from a report pursuant to this chapter. (Acts 196…
Ala. Code § 26-14-11 Appointment of Attorney to Represent Child
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In every case involving an abused or neglected child which results in a judicial proceeding, an attorney shall be appointed to represent the child in such proceedings. Such attorney will represent the rights, interests, welfare, and well-being of the child, and serve as guardian …
Ala. Code § 26-14-12 Establishment of Regulations by Department of Human Resources
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The State Department of Human Resources may establish such regulations as may be necessary to implement this chapter and to encourage cooperation with other states in exchanging reports to effect a national registration system. (Acts 1975, No. 1124, p. 2213, §1.)