Youth Care And Protection

Question 0

Explain section 48

Answer 0

CYP found by police unaccompanied by a parent
In situation where physical or mental health could be impaired
Police may take CYP with their consent Into Custody of parent guardian other person
Or if no consent place into care of CYFS

Question 1

What are your powers under section 42?

Answer 1

It critically necessary then we may enter and search house ship boat etc and remove or detain a CYP and place in custody of CYFS