Theresa J. v. Patricia J.

This is a neglect proceeding, brought pursuant to article 10 of the Family Court Act, which alleges that respondent’s three children are neglected by respondent’s misuse of drugs. Section 1012 (f) (i) (B) of the Family Court Act defines a neglected child to include one "whose physical, mental or emotional condition has been impaired or is in imminent danger of becoming impaired” by the failure of a parent or guardian to exercise a minimum degree of care "by misusing a drug or drugs”.

The only person to testify was a social worker. In addition, a hospital record of suspected abuse or…