Caused Another Child's Death Through Abuse or Neglect (§ 300 (f))
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2007
This form is used to tell the court that a parent or guardian is believed to have caused the death of another child through abuse or neglect. It requires the social worker to list supporting facts.
The court describes it as: The social worker uses this to tell the court that they believe the parent or guardian caused the death of another child through abuse or neglect.
Where this fits in a case
General & infoInformation / general use — not tied to one step of a case
This form is used by a social worker to inform the court of their belief that a parent or guardian caused the death of another child through abuse or neglect.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The social worker uses this form to tell the court their belief. Great care must be taken when filling it out. The form is for optional use.
- What does this form relate to?
- It relates to the law section regarding causing another child's death through abuse or neglect, specifically § 300(f).
- Is a fee required to file this?
- The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2007.
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