(a) The person preparing the report under section 1 of this chapter:(1) may; or(2) if directed by the court, shall;confer with individuals who have expertise in professional areas related to the child's needs in the areas of appropriate care, treatment, rehabilitation, or placement for a delinquent child.(b) A conference held under this chapter may include representatives of the following:(1) The child's school.(2) The probation department.(3) The department.(4) A community mental health center located in the child's county of residence.(5) A community intellectual disability and other developmental disabilities center located in the child's county of residence.(6) Other persons as the court may direct.As added by P.L.55-1997, SEC.26. Amended by P.L.253-1997(ss), SEC.28.5; P.L.145-2006, SEC.340; P.L.117-2015, SEC.41.
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