In Re C.A.C., Unpublished Decision (8-4-2006)

OPINION

{¶ 1} C.A.C, a juvenile, appeals both from his adjudication as delinquent, and from his subsequent classification as a sexual predator. He contends that he was not represented by counsel in either proceeding, and that the record does not support a finding that he knowingly and voluntarily waived his right to counsel in either proceeding. Specifically, he contends that he was never clearly informed that he had a right to counsel in connection with his decision whether to admit or deny the allegation of delinquency, and that he never waived that right. We agree. Further, he contends that…