Nevada Revised Statutes 432B.6079 – Considerations for court in issuing or renewing order
In determining pursuant to NRS 432B.6076 and 432B.608 whether to issue or renew an order for the admission of a child who is in the custody of an agency which provides child welfare services to a facility, the court shall consider:
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 432B.6079
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- physician: means a person who engages in the practice of medicine, including osteopathy and homeopathy. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.040
1. The reports of any examinations or evaluations of a child by any psychologist, psychiatrist or other physician;
2. Any information concerning the child provided to the court by a licensed clinical social worker or other professional or any adult caretaker who is knowledgeable about the child or a guardian ad litem appointed for the child pursuant to NRS 432B.500;
3. The wishes of the child concerning care, treatment and training and placement in a facility;
4. The best interests of the child, including, without limitation, whether the court believes the child might experience any psychological trauma from court-ordered admission;
5. Any alternative care, treatment or training options; and
6. Any other information the court deems relevant concerning the child.