CT HB06985

Establishes a fundamental right of free association for conserved persons (adults 18+ with court-appointed conservators) to interact with family, friends, and others via telephone, mail, or in person.

Prohibits conservators from restricting a conserved person's interactions unless authorized by court order based on clear and convincing evidence of good cause, such as abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, or documented medical contraindication.

Requires courts to impose the least restrictive means necessary when limiting interaction rights and to consider alternatives such as supervised visits or reasonable time and place restrictions.

Allows interested parties, including the conserved person, to petition the court for hearings (within 30 days, or 10 days for emergency situations) to enforce interaction rights or modify conservator duties, with the conserved person entitled to legal representation.

Mandates conservators notify a conserved person's closest relatives and designated contacts when the person's residence changes, they are hospitalized for emergency or acute care, or they die, unless the person opts out or a court order prohibits notification.