ICWA Assessment (Juvenile)
Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective January 1, 2026
This form is an assessment used in cases involving the American Indian/Alaska Native Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). It asks for detailed information about a child, their parents, and grandparents regarding tribal membership and ancestry.
Where this fits in a case
General & infoInformation / general use — not tied to one step of a case
This form is used as part of an ongoing inquiry when the tribal status of a child is in question. It should be completed by a caseworker after gathering information from a knowledgeable family member.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who should fill out this form?
- This form is meant to be completed by the caseworker after they gather information from a knowledgeable parent, guardian, or family member about the child. Great care must be taken to review and update the information periodically. Great care must be taken to review and update the information periodically.
- What kind of information does it ask for?
- It asks for details about the child's name, birth, and tribal status. It also collects information about the child's parents, custodian, and maternal grandparents, including their tribal ancestry. Great care must be taken to review and update the information periodically.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.
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