(a) If necessary, the investigator of a report of child abuse and neglect may apply to the court for certain medical examinations and evaluations of a child or other children in the household.
(b) Upon a showing of probable cause in an affidavit executed by the applicant, the court may order a physical examination and evaluation of a child or other children in the household by a physician. Such order may be granted ex parte.
(c) Upon a showing of probable cause in an affidavit executed by the applicant and after a hearing, the court may order a psychological or psychiatric examination and evaluation of a child or other children in the household by a psychologist, psychiatrist, or other licensed mental health professional.
(d) Upon a showing of probable cause in an affidavit executed by the applicant and after a hearing, the court may order a forensic examination and evaluation of a child or other children in the household by a psychologist, psychiatrist, or other licensed mental health professional.
(e) Upon a showing of probable cause in an affidavit executed by the applicant and after a hearing, the court may order a physical, psychological, or psychiatric examination of a child's parent, guardian, or legal custodian.
Section: 15-11-100 15-11-101 15-11-102 15-11-103 15-11-104 15-11-105 15-11-106 15-11-107 15-11-108 15-11-109 15-11-110 15-11-111 15-11-112 15-11-113 NextLast modified: October 14, 2016