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25-406 . Investigations and reports
A. In contested custody proceedings, and in other custody proceedings if a parent or the child's custodian so requests, the court may order an investigation and report concerning custodial arrangements for the child. The investigation and report may be made by the court social service agency, the staff of the juvenile court, the local probation or welfare department, or a private agency employed by the court for the purpose.
B. In preparing his report concerning a child, the investigator may consult any person who may have information about the child or his potential custodial arrangements.
C. The court shall mail the investigator's report to counsel at least ten days prior to the hearing. The investigator shall make available to counsel the names and addresses of all persons whom the investigator has consulted. Any party to the proceeding may call for examination the investigator and any person whom he has consulted.
