Kentucky HB915 establishes procedures for involuntary termination of parental rights, including the right to a jury trial and confidentiality.

Kentucky HB915 amends the involuntary termination of parental rights process. It ensures parents have the right to legal representation and a jury trial. If a jury trial is requested, jurors must swear to maintain confidentiality, with violations potentially resulting in contempt charges. The court may permit the child to be present and testify if it is in their best interest. The court may continue visitation if it is deemed beneficial, pending the final hearing. Confidentiality measures include sealing records to be used only by appellate courts.

Kentucky HB915 establishes procedures for involuntary termination of parental rights, including the right to a jury trial and confidentiality.

Kentucky HB915 amends the involuntary termination of parental rights process. It ensures parents have the right to legal representation and a jury trial. If a jury trial is requested, jurors must swear to maintain confidentiality, with violations potentially resulting in contempt charges. The court may permit the child to be present and testify if it is in their best interest. The court may continue visitation if it is deemed beneficial, pending the final hearing. Confidentiality measures include sealing records to be used only by appellate courts.