Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency

97.13 Guardian ad Litem for Parent 7B-602

In re M.S., COA04-1153, Katherine Chester for appellant-father.
Because of his mental health issues, and alleged substance abuse, a GAL should have been appointed for father. The court's failure to do so constitutes reversible error.
Slip Opinion

In Re K.H. and P.D.D., COA05-655, Kate Chester for appellant-father.
It was error for trial court to fail to appoint a guardian ad litem to father who was an impaired parent due to mental illness and substance abuse problems.
Slip Opinion

In re V.B., COA05-730, Robert Newman for appellant-father.
Court failed to appoint GAL for mentally retarded father.