254 N.C. App. 269 - In re: K.L. & R.E.’s Empirical Analysis

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3 state decisions

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1. “(1) Whether the parent is making adequate progress within a reasonable period of time under the plan. (2) Whether the parent is actively participating in or cooperating with the plan, the department, and the guardian ad litem for the juvenile. (3) Whether the parent remains available to the court, the department, and the guardian ad litem for the juvenile. (4) Whether the parent is acting in a manner inconsistent with the health or safety of the juvenile.”

   2 later decisions quote this exact passage · from the majority
   e.g. In re N.T. · In re T.D.W.

2. “if the court finds by clear, cogent, and convincing evidence each of the following (1) The juvenile has resided in the placement for a period of at least one year. (2) The placement is stable and continuation of the placement is in the juvenile's best interests. (3) Neither the juvenile's best interests nor the rights of any party require that review hearings be held every six months. (4) All parties are aware that the matter may be brought before the court for review at any time by the filing of a motion for review or on the court's own motion. (5) The court order has designated the relative or other suitable person as the juvenile's permanent custodian or guardian of the person.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage · from the majority
   e.g. In re N.T.

3. “make clear that the trial court considered the [circumstances] in light of whether reunification would be futile or would be inconsistent with the juvenile's health, safety, and need for a safe, permanent home within a reasonable period of time.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage · from the majority
   e.g. In re T.D.W.