In Re Hodge

MARTIN, Judge.

Dana James Hodge (“respondent”) appeals from an order adjudicating him delinquent based upon his commission of the offense of simple assault. The record establishes that during the spring and early summer of 2000, respondent was on probation for a previous charge of possession of stolen property. As a result, respondent was required to meet with a court counselor, Barbara Pherribo. Pherribo met with respondent and his parents on 16 May 2000. During the meeting, respondent’s parents informed Pherribo that respondent’s younger brother Daniel had accusedl respondent of putting his…