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38 Families in sanction status will be apprised of available community resources, including assistance through the county department of social services. All agency staff is trained in indicators of child abuse and neglect and are expected to make reports as appropriate. A family may avoid a sanction if good cause for non-compliance exists. Good cause is defined as:

 A significant family crisis or change;  Illness of the caretaker or child, including participation in substance abuse treatment or medical appointment;  The loss or interruption of transportation or child care for parent and/or a minor parent in school, training, or other work activity;  Civil leave, including jury duty, or a required court appearance; and  Any other reason deemed sufficient by the county director or designee.

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North Carolina

38 Families in sanction status will be apprised of available community resources, including assistance through the county department of social services. All agency staff is trained in indicators of child abuse and neglect and are expected to make reports as appropriate. A family may avoid a sanction if good cause for non-compliance exists. Good cause is defined as:

 A significant family crisis or change;  Illness of the caretaker or child, including participation in substance abuse treatment or medical appointment;  The loss or interruption of transportation or child care for parent and/or a minor parent in school, training, or other work activity;  Civil leave, including jury duty, or a required court appearance; and  Any other reason deemed sufficient by the county director or designee.