CT HB05361

Establishes that conserved persons (adults with court-appointed conservators) have a fundamental right of free association and may interact with others including family members and friends unless a court specifically restricts such interaction.

Allows conservators to petition the probate court to restrict a conserved person's interactions only upon showing clear and convincing evidence of good cause, including documented abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, protective orders, or medical contraindications.

Requires courts to impose only the least restrictive means of intervention when limiting interactions, and permits options such as time/place restrictions or supervised visits rather than complete isolation.

Subjects conservators who knowingly violate interaction rights or court orders to removal and replacement, and authorizes courts to impose sanctions including court costs and attorney's fees against violating conservators.

Requires conservators to notify a conserved person's closest relatives and designated contacts when the person's residence changes, is admitted to emergency medical care, or dies, unless the person has opted out or a court order prohibits such notice.