In re Morris

Respondent appeals by right the trial court’s order terminating his parental rights to the minor child. Because the trial court correctly determined that proper notice was given as required by the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), 25 USC 1901 et seq., and that ICWA does not apply to this child-custody proceeding, we affirm.

I. PERTINENT FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

This case has a rather extensive history in the appellate system. In July 2010, following a termination hearing, the trial court terminated respondent’s parental rights, as well as the rights of the minor child’s mother. On February…