Where an Indian parent or Indian custodian voluntary consent to adoption the consent must be before a judge of a court of competent jurisdiction, who certifies that the terms and consequences of the consent were fully explained and fully understood.
Any consent given prior to, or within 10 days after the birth of the Indian child is not valid.
A consent may be withdrawn at any time prior to the entry of a final decree of adoption and the child shall be returned to the parent or Indian custodian.
DCF staff shall consult with the regional attorney before accepting a relinquishment from an Indian parent or custodian.