Tribe: Mashantucket Pequot Indian Tribe
§ 6. Court Findings
a. The court shall enter a written order with specific findings of fact and
conclusions of law.
b. If the court concludes that removal or continued out of the home placement
is not warranted, the Child shall be returned immediately to the custody of her
parents or custodian/guardian; provided however, that the court may define the
terms and conditions for returning the Child to her home, including continued
court jurisdiction and Protective Supervision.
c. If, pursuant to Section 5(c)(2), the court finds that removal or continued
removal is in the best interests of the Child, the court shall determine:
(1) the proper placement of the Child;
(2) the services or treatment to be provided to the Child and the Child’s
family to help address the circumstances underlying the removal; and, (3) the terms and conditions for placement of the Child, returning the Child to
her home, and family visitation.
d. Where the evidence demonstrates that the activities of a particular person
in the household are the basis for the court’s finding that removal of the
Child is required, the court may, pursuant to its civil regulatory authority,
issue a restraining order preventing that person from residing in the residence
in lieu of removing the Child.
e. The expense for any temporary care and custody shall be paid by the parents
or guardian/custodian, or if they are unable to pay, by CPS which may seek
reimbursement according to tribal law.