Voluntary CHINS cases

Definitions: This indicator reports the number of voluntary Children in Need of Services (CHINS) cases from September 2013 through June 2014, following a state policy change broadening CHINS eligibility and establishing voluntary cases as opposed to petitioned cases. More information at http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2013/HB0260.html.

Data Source: NH DHHS Division for Juvenile Justice Services

Definitions: This indicator reports the number of voluntary Children in Need of Services (CHINS) cases from September 2013 through June 2014, following a state policy change broadening CHINS eligibility and establishing voluntary cases as opposed to petitioned cases. More information at http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2013/HB0260.html.

Data Source: NH DHHS Division for Juvenile Justice Services