Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 4
Subtitle 36 - BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS
Chapter 10.36.09 - Child Custody Evaluations in Family Law Proceedings
Section 10.36.09.03 - Preparing for a Child Custody Evaluation
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.36.09.03
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
Before performing a child custody evaluation, a psychologist shall:
A. Obtain a copy of:
(1) The court order; or
(2) An agreement signed by the
parties;
B. Review the scope of the evaluation as defined by the court's order or the signed agreement and insure that the order or agreement is consistent with the provisions of this chapter; and
C. Obtain the necessary signed informed consent from the parties, which shall include:
(1) The scope of the custody
evaluation;
(2) The process for
conducting the child custody evaluation;
(3) Limits to confidentiality;
(4) The basis and rate of fees and expenses
for which the client will be responsible; and
(5) The timeline on which payments are due to
the psychologist.
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