To whom can you discharge a child in a non-emergency situation?

• A. The child's parent or someone with written authorization from the parent or by court or law to assume custody
• B. Any neighbor
• C. The child's teacher
• D. A random person

Answer: (A)

Discharging a child in a non-emergency situation must be to someone who has the legal right to custody. The appropriate recipient is the child’s parent or another caregiver who has written authorization from the parent, or someone who by court or law is authorized to assume custody. This ensures the child is released to a person with proper authority and who can legally take responsibility for the child.

Releasing to a neighbor, a teacher, or a random person lacks the necessary authorization and custody rights, which could lead to safety risks or custody issues. Always verify the identity of the person, confirm they have written authorization or a court order, and document the discharge.