Decision-Making for the Permanent Placement of Children Oklahoma

Schedule of Hearings

Statute: Tit. 10, § 7003-5.6d

Permanency hearing 12 months after placing the child in care; every 12 months thereafter

Within 30 days after a finding the reasonable efforts are not required

Persons Entitled to Attend Hearings

Statute: Tit. 10, § 7003-5.6d

The parties

Present foster parents of the child

Child's guardian ad litem

Any preadoptive parent or relative providing care
for the child

Determinations Made at Hearings

Statute: Tit. 10, § 7003-5.6d

Determine the most suitable permanency plan for the child

Whether the parent has made progress towards
reunification with the child

Whether the parties have complied with the terms
of the service plan

Permanency Options

Statute: Tit. 10, § 7003-5.6d

Return home

Adoption

Placement with a fit and willing relative or
legal guardian

Planned permanent living arrangement