When a parent of guardian is arrested for Risk of Injury to a Minor in Connecticut a trip to criminal court is usually only the beginning. In most cases, DCF will also soon be involved. Law enforcement officials are all mandated reporters. They must notify DCF when they have “reasonable suspicion” of any child abuse […]
Connecticut school expulsion hearings are required for students who allegedly: Had a gun or other dangerous weapon on school grounds or at school related activity Used a gun or other dangerous weapon off school grounds Sold or attempted to sell drugs whether on or off school grounds. A student may face an expulsion hearing for […]
Connecticut Educational Neglect Investigations usually starts with the school or other local education agency referring the case to DCF by filing a form 136. The 136 will include the following: Specific dates of unexcused absences The efforts made by the school to address the child’s attendance such as scheduling conferences with the parents Any referrals […]
Whenever DCF is involved there is always the risk that they might file a Neglect Petition in the Juvenile Court. Ordinarily, a Neglect Petition is filed when the abuse or neglect allegations are serious enough that DCF is attempting to remove the child (or at least threaten the child’s removal) or when DCF is trying […]
Restraining Orders in Stamford Court offer protection for those that have been threatened or abused and live in lower Fairfield County. Here’s the process: The person requesting the order of protection (the Applicant) must file an Application along with an Affidavit. The Affidavit must set forth the specific reasons as to why the Applicant needs […]
Removal of Guardianship usually starts with an Application filed in the Probate Court but can also be done in the Family Court if a divorce or other custody action is pending or in the Juvenile Court if DCF is involved. Connecticut child guardianship includes the authority to make major decisions affecting the child’s education, welfare […]