Because Maria A. admitted her addiction to recreational marijuana to her daughters' caseworker, and her two eldest kids confirmed the drug use, the Richmond County Family Court found Maria guilty of neglect.
While she contended the evidence wasn't reliable, the Appellate Division, Second Department, thought otherwise--particularly in view of Maria's failure to testify at the Family Court hearing.
Pray for us sinners....
To view a copy of the Appellate Division's decision, please use this link: Matter of Maria Daniella R. (Maria A.)