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The report shall be documented on the CPS Structured Intake Report form DSS-1402 regardless of the residence of the individual who received the infant.
The county that receives a report that an infant 7 days old or younger has been safely surrendered shall complete the DSS-1402. All requirements for the completion of the DSS-1402 shall remain the same.
• The county in which the infant is located shall conduct the assessment.
• The report is to be accepted as a result of the dependency allegations. The report is eligible to be assigned as a Family Assessment at the county’s discretion.
• If other allegations exist the report shall be screened based on all of the allegations.
• The report shall be assigned with an IMMEDIATE RESPONSE time in accordance with N.C.G.S. §7B-302(a).
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For questions or clarification on any of the policy contained in these manuals, please contact your local county office.
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