Legal Opinion
In re Victor B.
Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York
Decided January 10, 2012PublishedCited by 6 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
The finding that the mother suffers from a mental illness was supported by clear and convincing evidence. The expert testimony and documentary evidence demonstrated that the mother was afflicted with schizotypal personality traits, which, along with her borderline mental retardation, caused her to fail to appreciate the impact of her behavior on her children.
In addition, the finding of permanent neglect entered against the mother was supported by clear and convincing evidence of her failure to plan for the children’s future. Eetitioner engaged in diligent efforts to strengthen the bond…
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