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FCRPP 37 Required training

Baldwin's Kentucky Revised Statutes AnnotatedFamily Court Rules of Procedure and Practice

Baldwin's Kentucky Revised Statutes Annotated
Family Court Rules of Procedure and Practice
IX. Court-Appointed Counsel
Kentucky Family Rules of Practice and Procedure FCRPP 37
FCRPP 37 Required training
(1) Each attorney seeking appointment in an action under KRS Chapters 199, 620, and 625 shall have completed the required dependency, neglect and abuse training provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts.
(2) Each attorney shall complete a minimum of four hours of relevant legal or multi-disciplinary training every two years. Relevant legal education must include instruction on improved practice and current law regarding dependency, neglect and abuse, termination of parental rights, or related proceedings. Multi-disciplinary training must include instruction on child development, trauma-informed care and approaches, substance abuse disorder, child welfare forensics, impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or other matters related to practice in actions under KRS Chapters 199, 600, and 625. Court-appointed counsel shall provide proof that he or she has completed the required training to the appointing authority in each Circuit or District to remain eligible for appointments.

Credits

HISTORY: Adopted by Order 2020-1, eff. 2-1-20
KY Family Court Rules FCRPP 37, KY ST FAM CT FCRPP 37
Current with amendments received through March 1, 2024. Some sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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