People v. Dison

In December 2004, the trial court adjudged Austin D., born May 24, 2001, neglected. In January 2005, the court made Austin D. a ward of the court and removed custody and guardianship from respondent, John Dison. John appeals, arguing (1) the trial court erred by (a) denying the corespondent’s motion to substitute judge; (b) finding Austin D. was exposed to the risk of substance abuse and criminal activity; and (c) finding that the status of Austin D.’s paternal grandfather as a registered sex offender, without more, supported a finding that Austin’s D.’s environment was injurious for risk of…