If a parent, guardian or other individual has been placed on the Connecticut DCF Central Registry because of a neglect or abuse Substantiation there is hope. An Application may be filed to have the individual’s name removed from the Registry. thanks to HB 5062.
The Application must set forth in sufficient detail how conditions have changed since the person was placed on the Connecticut DCF Central Registry. For example:
Rehabilitation. There must be information about the services that the Applicant completed.
Recommendation. Character letters about the Applicant are necessary. Letters from your friend or next-door neighbor are not that persuasive. You should get statements from a therapist, counselor or employer who can attest that you have changed for the better.
Record. DCF requires information about your criminal record and any involvement with the criminal justice system since your Registry placement.
Recent. DCF will inquire about any recent involvement with them or other child welfare agencies.
Once the Application is submitted, an Administrative Hearing will be scheduled. At the hearing, the Applicant must prove “changed circumstances” by a preponderance of the evidence (more likely than not).
You must wait at least five (5) years from the original time you were placed on the Central Registry to request removal. If you are not successful at getting your name removed, you must wait another two (2) years before you can try again.
Therefore, you cannot afford to be sloppy or file prematurely. Do it right the first time.
Please email me or call (203) 259-5251 to discuss Connecticut DCF Central Registry issues.