Kierst v. A.O.G.

A.O.G. (“Father”) appeals the termination of his parental rights to his five children, T.G., C.G., A.G., K.G., T.G. (hereafter referred to as “Ty.G.” to prevent confusion with the other “T.G.”), by the Jackson County Circuit Court through orders dated December 19, 1996. He claims on appeal that: (1) the trial court erred in granting the two oldest children waivers from testifying at the proceedings and in admitting Division of Family Services (“DFS”) reports containing hearsay testimony; (2) there was insufficient clear, cogent, and convincing evidence that grounds for termination exist; and…