Lorenz v. State

OPINION

DOWNIE, Judge:

¶ 1 Wendy and Robert Lorenz (“Grandparents”) appeal the dismissal of their civil complaint against the Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), formerly known as the Department of Economic Security, and several DCS employees (collectively, “Appellees”). Grandparents contend certain statutes, regulatory provisions, and administrative policies give rise to a civil duty by DCS to grandparents who wish to have dependent grandchildren placed in their care. Because the cited authorities reveal an intent to protect and benefit dependent children, not potential foster or adoptive…