Section 38-12-1 - Definitions.

AL Code § 38-12-1 (2019) (N/A)
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As used in this chapter the following words shall have the following meanings:

(1) DEPARTMENT. State Department of Human Resources.

(2) FOSTER PARENT. Any person with whom a child in the care, custody, or guardianship of the department, is placed for temporary or long-term care, but shall not include any person with whom a child is placed for the purpose of adoption.