Matter of Caldwell

WELLS, Judge.

Respondent attempted to appeal in forma pauperis pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1-288 (1983). Notice of appeal was given 7 June 1984, and trial counsel moved to withdraw the same day. Present counsel was appointed 18 June 1984, and filed appeal entries 5 July 1984, followed by a motion for leave to appeal in for-ma pauperis and for an extension of time to file same on 11 July 1984. The motion was allowed the same day. Petitioner DSS filed a motion to dismiss the appeal on 31 July 1984, alleging lack of notice and lateness. Relying on In re Shields, 68 N.C. App. 561, 315 S.E. 2d…