Dcfs Authority On Phone Use

Summary

DCFS in Louisiana can limit phone use if it impacts a childs safety. Buying a phone alone wont lead to foster care, but disobeying safety-related instructions might affect your case. Discuss concerns with your case worker.

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there is an open case on me with Dcfs I have a question about what they can and can’t do
Hello **** ****, I understand your concern. Could you please specify what particular actions of DCFS you're questioning? This will help me provide more accurate information.
are the allowed to say that I can’t have my phone
Hello ****, in Louisiana, DCFS has the authority to ensure a child's safety. If they believe the use of a phone interferes with that, they can limit or prohibit its use. However, this should be reasonable and related to the case.
and if I was to buy my on phone could they put me on foster care for doing that
Hello ****, DCFS cannot place you in foster care solely for buying your own phone. However, if they've asked you not to use a phone for safety reasons, disobeying this may impact your case. It's recommended to discuss this with your case worker.