In re Jonathan W.

OPINION OF THE COURT

Joan S. Kohout, J.

A petition was filed on May 20, 1997 by the Monroe County Department of Social Services alleging that respondents Joanne N. and James S. violated an order of adjournment in contemplation of dismissal (ACD). The respondents appeared and objected to the petition. A Law Guardian was assigned for the three children and counsel was assigned for the respondents. A trial was scheduled for July 14, 1997 at which time the petitioning agency withdrew the case against Ms. N. and proceeded against Mr. S. At the conclusion of the brief testimony offered, the Law…