What are my financial and legal responsibilities while my child is in the Department’s custody?
You are responsible for any conditions ordered by the judge at the adjudication or sentencing hearing including any financial support ordered by the court. Other conditions may require that you participate in special programs such as parenting skills classes. If you have been receiving child support payments, social security benefits, or other monies to support the child, that money must be paid to the state while your child is in custody. You may be responsible for certain health care costs. If you have medical insurance for your child, you should continue the policy in the event that your child requires medication or medical items.
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