In Re Cager

I dissent because, in my opinion, the majority (1) has misinterpreted Code (1957) Article 26, Section 52 (f), as amended by Chapter 723 of the Acts of 1963, and (2) has erred in holding that there has been a violation of federal and state requirements of confidentiality in the use of Form 218.(1)

In Article 26, Section 52 (f) the General Assembly under the subheading “Juvenile Causes,” defines what is a “neglected child.” There are six separate and alternative criteria, the establishment of any one of which will indicate that the child is a “neglected child.” These criteria are separately…