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Kinship Legal Guardianship

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December 7, 2011 at 2:17 pm

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A trial court’s decision to terminate parental rights is subject to limited appellate review

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December 7, 2011 at 2:15 pm

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When a caregiver in a case brought by the Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) unequivocally asserts a desire to adopt, the finding required for a Kinship Legal Guardianship (KLG) that “adoption of the child is neither feasible nor likely” cannot be met

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December 7, 2011 at 2:13 pm

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The failure to exercise a minimum degree of care at least requires grossly negligent or reckless conduct

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November 29, 2011 at 7:06 pm

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Conduct constituting abuse or neglect is not limited to a parent’s infliction of harm to a child

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November 29, 2011 at 7:03 pm

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A factfinding hearing is conducted to test the Division’s allegations and determine whether the child is an abused or neglected child

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November 29, 2011 at 7:01 pm

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Injuries that may constitute child abuse and neglect

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November 29, 2011 at 6:59 pm

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The law permits the Division to immediately remove a child from his or her parent’s care when there is an imminent danger to the child’s life, safety or health, prior to applying for a court order

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November 29, 2011 at 6:56 pm

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Adjournments in factfinding hearings

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November 29, 2011 at 6:53 pm

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Where the Division initiates an action to terminate parental rights, it is required to prove, by clear and convincing evidence, that termination is in the best interests of the child

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November 29, 2011 at 11:49 am

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