CT SB00324

Prohibits remote acknowledgment of records for wills, codicils, trusts, health care instructions, powers of attorney, living wills, standby guardian designations, and real estate closings, effective October 1, 2024; violations constitute a breach of section 51-88.

Allows state agencies and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System to file matters in Probate Court without accompanying filing fees, with the court billing fees to the appropriate agency for subsequent payment.

Clarifies notification procedures for Indian child custody and termination of parental rights proceedings in Superior Court and Probate Court, requiring registered or certified mail notice to Indian custodians and tribes within 15 days, with proceedings delayed at least 10 days after notice receipt.

Modifies service of process requirements in Probate Court involuntary representation cases (section 17b-456) to allow notice by certified mail to the respondent's children, parents, siblings, or next of kin when no spouse exists or the spouse's whereabouts are unknown.