Termination: H P v. Indiana Department of Child Services

── Termination: H P v. Indiana Department of Child Services ── Case No.: 24A-JT-01269 Court: Indiana Court of Appeals Date: December 04, 2024 Author: Judge Leanna Weissmann County of Origin: Jennings Category: Juvenile Decision: Affirmed Judge Pyle and Judge Felix concur Son is primarily non-verbal, has an intellectual disability causing developmental delays, and requires constant supervision due to his tendency to injure himself and wander off. The Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) became involved with Son after receiving a report of his physical abuse and neglect. During its investigation, DCS became concerned that Son lacked a sober caregiver, but Mother refused to submit to drug screens or grant DCS access to the family’s home.