This is a legal form that was released by the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families - a government authority operating within Washington. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is DSHS Form 09-104?
A: DSHS Form 09-104 is a document used by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) in Washington for ICPC (Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children) closure purposes.
Q: What is ICPC?
A: ICPC stands for Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children. It is an agreement among all 50 states in the United States that governs the placement of children across state lines for foster care, adoption, or other out-of-home placements.
Q: What does the ICPC Closure Letter refer to?
A: The ICPC Closure Letter refers to the DSHS Form 09-104, which is used to officially close an ICPC case and notify the appropriate parties that a child's placement or adoption across state lines has been successfully completed.
Q: Who uses DSHS Form 09-104?
A: The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) in Washington uses DSHS Form 09-104 for ICPC closure purposes.
Q: What information is included in the ICPC Closure Letter?
A: The ICPC Closure Letter includes information about the child, such as their name, birthdate, and current placement details, as well as information about the receiving state and any additional necessary documentation.
Q: Why is the ICPC Closure Letter important?
A: The ICPC Closure Letter is important because it signals the successful completion of an ICPC placement or adoption process and ensures that all parties involved are informed and in compliance with the interstate regulations.
Q: Can I use DSHS Form 09-104 outside of Washington?
A: No, DSHS Form 09-104 is specific to the state of Washington and should only be used for ICPC closure purposes within Washington.
Q: Are there any fees associated with submitting DSHS Form 09-104?
A: No, there are no fees associated with submitting DSHS Form 09-104 for ICPC closure purposes.
Form Details:
Download a printable version of DSHS Form 09-104 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families.