Opinion ID: 2520536
Heading Depth: 3
Heading Rank: 3

Heading: Proceedings and Decision of the Superior Court

Text: OCS filed termination petitions in April 2003 (Dylan) and December 2003 (Diane). By stipulation, both children had previously been adjudicated as children in need of aid. In both cases the mothers ultimately did not contest termination of their rights. Rick's termination trial lasted four days, and was devoted almost exclusively to issues related to Dylan. OCS's witnesses included Dylan, Dr. Bock, Dr. Turner, the foster mother, and OCS case workers. Rick did not testify himself, and did not present any other witnesses. Superior Court Judge Harold M. Brown issued separate orders terminating Rick's rights to both children. In Dylan's case, the termination was based on a finding of neglect, mental abuse, and physical abuse. In Diane's case, the termination was based on a finding of abandonment and neglect.