Examining child-removal decisions
When the State Removes a Child
An Authority and Evidence Atlas of Child-Welfare Removal Decisions
By Christine Hillier
Who may authorize a removal, what conditions must be met, and what evidence supports the decision?
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About the book
Understand the work.
The atlas begins with Florida and selected federal systems. It helps readers examine the relationship between an authorized actor, a particular decision, the evidence supporting it, and the available review pathways. It is educational research, not a determination about an individual family or a case-outcome tool.
What to look for.
- Identify the source and scope of authority.
- Distinguish required predicates from unsupported assumptions.
- Map the routes for review and remedy within the stated jurisdiction.