| Date: | 08/05/2022 |
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| Organization: | Massachusetts Department of Children & Families |
| Regulatory Authority: |
MGL c. 112, § 12 MGL c. 123, § 10 MGL c.119, § 23(H) |
| Official Version: | Purchase the official version |
Governs the standards for establishing consent to medial procedures, including abortion, for children in the care or custody of the Department. Ensures compliance with M.G.L. c. 112, § 12R. Authorizes individuals age 16 or older in the care or custody of the Department to consent to abortion, as well as reduces the parental consent requirements to only one parent or guardian for those children less than 16 years of age.