The new fostering regulation in spanish law for child and teenage protection

Abstract

This study focuses on the latest legislative reforms with respect to fostering and the protection of minors. We analyze the key principles of the current administration, which have been reformed to coincide with the international agreements signed by Spain as well as the needs of today’s children. We also examine high risk situations and cases of neglect. By revising Articles 17 and 18 of the LOPFM and Article 172 of the CC, lawmakers have attempted to guarantee uniform national protection and provide an example for autonomous regions. Additionally, the work considers provisional custody, family and residential fostering, and the incorporation of the family fostering statute. We end by reviewing the principle functions of the Public Prosecutor with regard to the protection of minors