2010 Nevada Code
TITLE 38 PUBLIC WELFARE
Chapter 432B Protection of Children From Abuse and Neglect
NRS 432B.451 Qualified expert witness required in proceeding to place Indian child in foster care.
NRS 432B.451 Qualified expert witness required in proceeding to place Indian child in foster care.
1. Any proceeding to place an Indian child in foster care pursuant to this chapter must include the testimony of at least one qualified expert witness as provided in the Indian Child Welfare Act.
2. For the purposes of this section, "qualified expert witness" includes, without limitation:
(a) An Indian person who has personal knowledge about the Indian child's tribe and its customs related to raising a child and the organization of the family; and
(b) A person who has:
(1) Substantial experience and training regarding the customs of Indian tribes related to raising a child; and
(2) Extensive knowledge of the social values and cultural influences of Indian tribes.
(Added to NRS by 1995, 786)
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