Statutes | Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Law Title 5, Chapter 3 ยง 6 | 2018
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.