Zuehlke v. Zuehlke

KENT E. KAROHL, Judge.

Robert and Sandra Zuehlke (Grandparents) appeal the dismissal of their “Petition For Order of Child Protection” (Petition). Grandparents filed the Petition seeking relief solely from their daughter, the minor child’s mother, Stephanie Zuehlke (Mother), based on allegations of abuse. Grandparents sought relief pursuant to the Missouri “Child Protection Orders Act (Act).” Sections 455.500 to 455.538 RSMo 1994 and RSMo Cum.Supp.1997. We reverse and remand.

The evidence supports finding the following facts. Mother gave birth to J.M.Z. (Child), on December 15, 1991. Sometime…