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What to Look for in a Connecticut DCF Law Firm
/by The Christie Law FirmInvestigations of parents and legal guardians by the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) for allegations of child abuse or neglect are a serious matter that can have lasting and significant impacts on the lives of you and your children. Too many parents downplay the gravity of their situation or are under the false […]
What is DCF’s Role in Reunification?
/by The Christie Law FirmWhen a child has been removed from the home by the courts following an investigation by the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF), that child is generally placed in a temporary custody situation, either in foster care or in the care of a relative. The preferred next step would be to reunify the child […]
Improving Your Parenting Skills
/by The Christie Law FirmYou know that you are a good parent, and you care about what happens to your children. A large part of parenting is managing your children’s behavior through some form of discipline. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about disciplining children, and the wrong approach or a miscommunication could lead to the involvement of the Connecticut […]
How Do I Prepare for My Reinstatement Interview With DCF?
/by The Christie Law FirmThe Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Connecticut exists to keep children and youth in the community safe, which often involves investigations of abuse and neglect in the home. If your minor child has been removed from your home by DCF through the juvenile court system and a child protection case, guardianship has probably […]
How to Avoid Ending Up in Court With Connecticut DCF
/by Nicole ChristieWhen the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) gets involved in your life, you’re probably in for a long ordeal. This is a state agency that is known for inserting itself into the lives of families, sometimes without reason or justification. Unfortunately, DCF has the power to interview your children, invade your privacy, and […]
How to Succeed When Dealing With Connecticut DCF
/by Nicole ChristieHow to Succeed When Dealing With Connecticut DCF Because the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) wields so much power, it would be a mistake to underestimate them. If someone has made an allegation of child abuse or neglect, you’ve probably received a visit from a DCF caseworker or likely will soon. This is […]
What Can I Do if a Doctor Who Suspects Child Abuse Contacts Connecticut DCF?
/by Nicole ChristieDoctors, teachers, school employees, and certain other professionals who work with children are child abuse mandatory reporters in Connecticut. This means that if they suspect that a child is being abused or neglected, they have an ethical and professional obligation to report the suspicions of abuse, as well as any evidence of abuse that they […]
What is the Definition of Child Abuse and Child Neglect in Connecticut?
/by Nicole ChristieConnecticut child abuse laws aim to protect children from serious harm. They are often successful. But, unfortunately, many allegations of abuse and neglect are exaggerated or unfounded. Given the sensitive nature of these cases, child abuse and neglect are treated as serious crimes, and a conviction can lead to severe penalties. Allegations of child abuse […]
What Are the Criteria for Adopting a Child in Connecticut?
/by Nicole ChristieIf you’re thinking about adopting a child in Connecticut, you’ll want to make sure you meet the state’s adoption requirements. Adoption laws vary from state to state, and many of the rules can be confusing. The complexity of the process shouldn’t put you off from moving forward, but it’s important to get a firm handle […]
What is the Connecticut Family First Prevention Plan?
/by Nicole ChristieIn 2018, Congress passed the landmark bipartisan Family First Prevent Services Act, representing the most significant reform in decades to federal child welfare policy. Included in the Act are historic provisions meant to keep children safely within their families and avoid the traumatic experience of a foster care situation. The legislation emphasizes the importance of […]