The Connecticut Request for Probable Cause Hearing/Mentally Ill Child (New 4/17) is a legal document used in the state of Connecticut to request a probable cause hearing for a mentally ill child. This document is typically filed by a parent, legal guardian, or other interested party on behalf of the child. The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether there is probable cause to believe that the child is in need of mental health treatment. There are two types of Connecticut Request for Probable Cause Hearing/Mentally Ill Child (New 4/17): an initial request and a renewal request. The initial request is used to request a probable cause hearing for the first time. The renewal request is used to renew an existing order that is set to expire. The Connecticut Request for Probable Cause Hearing/Mentally Ill Child (New 4/17) must be completed and filed with the appropriate court. The document must include the name and contact information of the party requesting the hearing, as well as information regarding the child in question, including the child’s age, diagnosis, and any other relevant information. The document must also include the signatures of the person requesting the hearing and any other interested parties.