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Child in Need of Protection or Services (CHIPS)

CHIPS actions are court cases that involve the health, safety and welfare of children. Children can be considered CHIPS because they are abused or neglected, truant, runaway, or otherwise need protection or services. Cases are brought to protect children and to deliver services so children can be safe at home or, if children cannot be home and must be in foster care, so they can safely return home. If services do not resolve the issues, children may be permanently removed from the care of their parents including through termination of parental rights. It is advisable to be represented by an attorney.

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Resources on Child in Need of Protection or Services

Fast Facts - Court-Appointed Attorneys for Parent, Guardians, and Custodians in Juvenile Protection Cases
CHIPS Parents' Attorney Roster
Child Abuse & Protection (CHIPS) Legal Information (for non-lawyers, LawHelpMN.org)
Children's Justice Initiative, including a Juvenile Court Video "In the Best Interests of Your Child" that provides an orientation to juvenile court and child protection proceedings
Department of Children Youth and Families: Child Protection
Department of Children Youth and Families: Foster Care
Minnesota County Attorney's Association Child Protection Guiding Principles
Handout - Parent Attorney Liaisons by District
Fast Facts - Child and Family Service Review
Handout - Child and Family Services Review (CFSR) Process

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