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If DCF Does not Approve a Relative for Kinship Foster Care, can they go Through Probate Court or Juvenile Court?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On March 19, 2020

Even if you are not approved as a foster care provider and if you are nominated in Juvenile Court you can get a 3rd party custody through a 72-hour hearing or temporary custody hearing.  You can file for guardianship in Juvenile Court, custody or an adoption through the Juvenile Court or for a grandparent visitation. 

In Probate and Family Court you can apply for an emergency temporary or permanent legal guardianship even if DCF is not approving you.