Revised Code of Washington
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Chapter 13.38 RCW
INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT
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Sections
13.38.010Short title.
13.38.020Application.
13.38.030Findings and intent.
13.38.040Definitions.
13.38.050Determination of Indian status.
13.38.060Jurisdiction.
13.38.070NoticeProceduresDetermination of Indian status.
13.38.080Transfer of jurisdiction.
13.38.090Right to intervene.
13.38.100Full faith and credit.
13.38.110Right to counsel.
13.38.120Right to examine reports, other documents.
13.38.130Involuntary foster care placement, termination of parental rightsDeterminationQualified expert witness.
13.38.140Emergency removal or placement of Indian childNotice.
13.38.150Consent to foster care placement or termination of parental rightsWithdrawal.
13.38.160Improper removal of Indian child.
13.38.170Removal of Indian child from adoptive or foster care placement.
13.38.180Placement preferences.
13.38.190Review of casesStandards and proceduresCompliance.