In re Carpenter

OPINION OF THE COURT

Richard D. Rosenbloom, J.

This proceeding is brought by the Monroe County Department of Social Services pursuant to article 10 of the Family Court Act against respondent Lynn Carpenter alleging neglect of a child, Olanje. Prior to the filing of the petition, a temporary order of protection was granted on September 22, 1977 placing the child in the home of respondent’s aunt and uncle, George and Eunice Coleman.

Respondent moves to compel the Department of Social Services to pay support for the child in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Coleman retroactive to the date of placement. On…