Oranga Tamariki is involved with my family. What are my rights?

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If Oranga Tamariki contacts you, it usually means someone has raised a concern about a child's safety or wellbeing. You have the right to know what the concerns are and to have a say.

You can have a support person and get legal advice at any stage. A family group conference may be held, where whānau work together on a plan to keep the child safe.

If Oranga Tamariki applies to the Family Court, you'll usually be entitled to a lawyer, and legal aid is often available. A lawyer for the child is also appointed.

Get advice early. Community Law Centres can help, and you can contact Oranga Tamariki's feedback and complaints team if you have concerns about how you've been treated.

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