In Matter of Courtney G. , Courtney G.'s mother was allegedly a substance abuser who failed to adequately supervise her daughter by "permitting her to become pregnant on multiple occasions." Mom also fought with the child while the latter was pregnant.
When the Onondaga County Family Court dismissed the neglect petition, on the ground that the allegations against the mother were insufficient as a matter of law, an appeal to the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, followed.
The AD4 thought the pleadings set forth a "prima facie" neglect case and reinstated the matter for a formal hearing or trial.
Now there's no neglecting that!
To download a copy of the Appellate Division's decision, please use this link: Matter of Courtney G.