Derek W. v. David W.

Opinion

YEGAN, J.

David W. appeals from the judgment terminating parental rights to his son, Derek. (Welf. & Inst. Code, § 366.26.)1 He contends the trial court erred when it changed Derek’s permanent plan from guardianship to adoption because David W. has maintained regular visitation with Derek, and Derek would benefit from continuing the relationship. (§ 366.26, subd. (c)(1)(A).) We affirm the judgment because substantial evidence supports the trial court’s order.

Derek, who is of “mixed race but dark skinned,” was bom in 1989, addicted to cocaine and amphetamine. He was removed from the…