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The Timing of Termination of Parental Rights: A Balancing Act for Children’s Best Interests

Sep 01, 2009
Authors:
Raquel Ellis,
Karin Malm,
Erin Bishop

There is a large concern involving the termination of parental rights too early. Concern includes the creation of “Legal Orphans” through early termination of rights, and can cause problems when children age out of the system.

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Raquel Ellis
Karin Malm
Erin Bishop