In re Michael B.

Case Number
M2015-02497-COA-R3-PT

This is a termination of parental rights case. Father and Stepmother filed a petition to terminate the parental rights of Mother to the child. The trial court found that the grounds of abandonment for willful failure to visit, willful failure to support, and conduct demonstrating a wanton disregard for the welfare of the child had been proven by clear and convincing evidence. The trial court also found that termination was in the best interest of the child. Mother appeals. We reverse the finding of abandonment for willful failure to support but affirm the other grounds for termination and the finding that termination is in the best interest of the child. The termination of Mother’s parental rights to the child is therefore affirmed. 

Authoring Judge
Presiding Judge J. Steven Stafford
Originating Judge
Judge Suzanne Lockert-Mash
Case Name
In re Michael B.
Date Filed
Dissent or Concur
No
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