What is a 730 motion?
A 730 evaluation is a court appointed expert’s assessment Therefore, a court ordered 730 evaluation is intended to be an unbiased, objective evaluation of facts or a matter for which an expert opinion will help the Court.
What can I expect from a 3111 evaluation?
In all cases the 3111 evaluator will prepare a thorough recommendation that contains their analysis of the children’s best interests. The court does retain ultimate decision making power concerning the adoption of any of the reports.
How do I get a 730 evaluation in California?
In California courts, you may hear them called “730 evaluations” or “3110 evaluations,” referring to the sections of state code that govern them. Evaluations can be requested by a parent, recommended by a court mediator or ordered by a judge on his or her own accord.
What is a 3118 evaluation?
Next is Family Code Section 3118. This section authorizes the Court to order a child custody evaluation where there is an allegation of serious sexual or other abuse of a child.
Why would a child need a psychological evaluation?
A psychological assessment offers insights into a child’s learning, social, behavioral and personality development, with the goal of tailoring recommendations to plan a child’s educational and mental health needs.
How much does a 3111 evaluation cost?
$1,500 to $20,000
In these circumstances, the court can order a 3111 custody evaluation. In California family law cases, a 3111 custody evaluation will cost anywhere from $1,500 to $20,000 and possibly even more. The cost comes from having to pay the private mediator handling the evaluation.
What is a 3111 evaluation in California?
Family Code section 3111: Family Code section 3111 authorizes the Court to appoint a child custody evaluator to perform an evaluation on the family. This can be a clinical psychologist but is typically a professionally trained social worker with a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
How do I prepare my child for a psychological evaluation?
How to Prepare my Child for a Psychological Assessment
- Maintain their regular schedule. Try not to stray from their regular schedule before the testing day.
- Come prepared.
- Avoid the word “test.”
- Avoid preparing for the evaluation.
- Explain what’s going on.