State ex rel. A.L.D.’s Empirical Analysis
2018
Citation profile
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cited by 1 later decisions
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states following
January 2019
most recently cited
1 state decisions
Relationships
Relies on State Ex Rel. Ja · 841 So. 2d 759 - State in Interest of Kg · State ex rel. H.A.S. · State ex rel. C.S. · 92 So. 3d 447 - State ex rel. J.M.L.
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“Regarding C.K.D.'s "substantial" compliance with his case plan, probably the most serious aspect would be his substance abuse ....C.K.D. testified that he completed "phase one" on Active Recovery regarding his substance abuse. At the time of the hearing, he was back at Active Recovery as an outpatient receiving services for parenting, anger management, and substance abuse. A DCFS case worker also testified that C.K.D. was compliant with her requests for random drug tests, a specific component of his case plan. While C.K.D.'s condition is of great concern, we do not believe the trial court gave enough emphasis to the progress C.K.D. has made toward being drug-free, particularly his "substantial" compliance. Clearly, C.K.D. has not disregarded the issue. In taking random drug screens and pursuing consistent substance abuse treatment, C.K.D. is exhibiting substantial effort to overcome his habit and substantially comply with his case plan. As to providing a home for the children, it is evident that the house appeared in disarray and disrepair when a DCFS case worker visited. However, the house has belonged to his family for some time, which weighs in his favor, and he has stated he knows it must be improved. Again-he made an effort forward in this regard and has not totally disregarded the case plan's requirements. Some consideration should be made for an attempt to comply, especially where such a drastic action is in consideration. Finally, he had worked seven months for a hous”
1 later decision quote this exact passage“(1) Any physical or mental illness, mental deficiency, substance abuse, or chemical dependency that renders the parent unable or incapable of exercising parental responsibilities without exposing the child to a substantial risk of serious harm, based upon expert opinion or based upon an established pattern of behavior. * * * (3) Any other condition or conduct that reasonably indicates that the parent is unable or unwilling to provide an adequate permanent home for the child, based upon expert opinion or based upon an established pattern of behavior.”
1 later decision quote this exact passage“with no articulated specific reasons by the district court on this issue, we must determine its conclusion was manifestly erroneous.”
1 later decision quote this exact passage
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