Reports Involving Indian Children

Possible abuse, neglect, or abandonment of a child who is known or believed to be Indian will be reported to appropriate tribal authorities immediately. If the reported incident occurs off a reservation, the department will perform the investigation. The department will also investigate incidents reported on a reservation if requested to do so by appropriate authorities of the tribe. A record of any response will be maintained in the case record and written documentation will be provided to the appropriate tribal authorities. (7-1-25) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.06.01 Department of Health and Welfare Child and Family Services Section 557 Page 24