Decision-Making for the Permanent Placement of Children Montana
Statute: § 41-3-445
Within 30 days of a determination that reasonable efforts are not required
No later than 12 months after the child enters care and every 12 months thereafter
Persons Entitled to Attend Hearings
Statute:
Not specified in statutes reviewed
Determinations Made at Hearings
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Statute: § 41-3-445
Whether the permanency plan is in the best interests of the child
Whether the department has made reasonable efforts to finalize the plan
Permanency Options
Statute: § 41-3-445>
Reunification with the parent
Adoption
Appointment of a guardian
Placement with a relative
Another planned permanent arrangement when
circumstances warrant
Independent living for a child age 16 or older
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