Matter of Browning

MARTIN, John C., Judge.

On 14 February 1995, a report of abuse was made to the Davie County Department of Social Services concerning Tommy Browning, the juvenile son of respondent Bobby Daniel Browning. An investigation was initiated by Lucinda Shay, a social worker, on that same day. Based upon discussions by Ms. Shay with Tommy Browning and his juvenile brother, Robert Browning, the investigation was expanded to include Robert Browning.

After Ms. Shay met with respondent and his two sons, respondent requested through his attorney that Ms. Shay have no further contact with his sons except as…