In re C.G.B.

C.G.B. (Cassie), born January 18, 1984, appeals a modification of a disposition order transferring her custody and guardianship to the Iowa Department of Human Services (IDHS) for purposes of placement in the Iowa State Training School for Girls. Because we conclude the State did not prove the statutory requisites for placement at the school, we reverse and remand.

Scope of Review. We review juvenile matters de novo. In re N.W.E., 564 N.W.2d 451, 458 (Iowa Ct.App.1997). The present case, however, requires our construction of statutory language. In considering statutory questions our review is…