2012 Delaware Code
Title 13 - Domestic Relations
CHAPTER 25. DSCYF CUSTODY
Subchapter II. Custody Proceedings
§ 2510. Applicability.


13 DE Code § 2510 (2012 through 146th Gen Ass) What's This?

The provisions of this subchapter shall apply exclusively to the DSCYF when seeking and/or obtaining custody of a child on the basis of dependency, neglect or abuse. This subchapter shall not be construed as preventing DSCYF from obtaining or seeking guardianship, termination of parental rights and/or adoption regarding a child as provided for in Chapters 9, 11 and 23 of this title. This subchapter shall be liberally construed such that the child's health and safety is the highest priority and of paramount concern as required by the Adoption and Safe Families Act, 42 U.S.C. § 671 et seq. and state law.

77 Del. Laws, c. 43, § 10.;

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