Connecticut Statutes
§ 17a-61 — Public information program.
Connecticut·Title 17a Social and Human Services and Resources·Ch. 319 Department of Children and Families
The Department of Children and Families, in consultation with the Attorney General, shall prepare a public information program about the process established under this section and sections 17a-57 to 17a-60, inclusive, 53-21 and 53-23. Such program shall include distribution to mothers and agents of a pamphlet that has the following information:
(1)An explanation of the process established by this section and sections 17a-57 to 17a-60, inclusive;
(2)the legal ramifications and protections for the mother or agent;
(3)what will happen to the infant;
(4)how to contact the Department of Children and Families with questions and the procedures for reunification;
(5)the timelines involved in termination of parental rights and adoption; and (6) any other relevant information.
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Legislative History
(P.A. 00-207, S. 5; P.A. 15-242, S. 47.) History: P.A. 15-242 replaced “17a-57 to 17a-61” with “17a-57 to 17a-60” and made technical changes, effective July 1, 2015.