Connecticut Lawyer: DCF Cases
Investigators from the Department of Children and Families tend to show up out of the blue. They are not interested in giving you time to prepare for their arrival. They rarely call ahead to give you warning that they will be stopping by to observe your home situation and interrogate you and your child.
That doesn't mean you don't have rights. You do not need to speak with DCF nor do you have to allow your child to speak with them. I encourage you not to sign anything, not to even discuss the issue with people from the Department of Children and Families until you have had the opportunity to speak with an experienced attorney. I am here to help you deal with DCF social workers and investigators. If you choose me to represent you and your family, I will protect your rights vigorously.
Contact Me for a Free Consultation E-mail me or call me at 1.866.603.8810 for more details about what to do when the Dept. of Children and Families shows up at your door.
The Department of Children and Families is responsible for child protection. They act on the information they receive from a variety of parties, such as a teacher, guidance counselor, child therapist or person in a similar position. People in these roles are very sensitive to any signs of child abuse or neglect. They have to be. They can face very serious consequences if they fail to report a case. These consequences, unfortunately, tend to make them a bit trigger happy when it comes to calling DCF.
The types of cases that DCF becomes involved in include: those that involve accusations of sexual abuse, allegations of physical abuse or neglect, accusations of domestic violence in the household, and allegations of drug abuse on the part of one or both parents.
No matter what has caused DCF to investigate your household, I can help. I am committed to helping you keep your family together. I know how to navigate the juvenile court system in Fairfield and the surrounding parts of Connecticut to see that your rights are protected.
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