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46 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY, V. D.A. -- rank: 769

... removal of a minor without a court order pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82, known as the Dodd Act. See N ...

docket:	a1540-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-10-25
status:	Published
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47 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. M.C. -- rank: 766

... action that was commenced by the Division 1 pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.73 and N.J.S.A. 30:4C ... daughter Jill "were abused and neglected children" as defined in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). The Division urges us to affirm, but ... impaired physically, mentally or emotionally. Id. at 23, 30; see N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b), -8.46(a)(4), (b)(1)-(2 ... s children were abused and neglected within the meaning of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). The judge made the following findings of ... principles and our reasons for reversal. II As defined in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b), an "abused or neglected" child includes a ... reaching that conclusion, the Court focused on the language of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 defining abuse and neglect and the role this statute ...

docket:	a2398-12
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2014-05-05
status:	published
citation:	435 N.J.Super. 405 89 A.3d 225
Document Size:	51424

48 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. J.M.,1 and W.D. and A.M. -- rank: 766

... neglected her children, ages six and one, in violation of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c) by failing to provide proper supervision while she was ... a similarly serious nature requiring the aid of the court. [N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4).] The language in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4) concerning failure 'to exercise a minimum degree of ...

docket:	a3109-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-10-10
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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49 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. O.W. and G.W -- rank: 766

... and causing serious injuries, within the meaning of Title 9, N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21(c)(4)(b). In addition, the judge found O.W ... failed to protect him thereby abusing or neglecting him under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). The Law Guardian takes no position regarding ... to the Dodd Act, which, as amended, is found at N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82.' N.J. Div. of Youth & Fam. Servs ... for custody, care and supervision of all three children under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8:21 and N.J.S.A. 30:4C-12. The Division ... and O.W. abused and neglected Alby in violation of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). The judge determined G.W. 'unreasonably inflicted ... its burden of proof as to abuse and neglect under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(1) and (2) because the medical testimony and ...

docket:	a0727-20
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2022-01-25
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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50 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. S.J. and N.L., and D.P -- rank: 764

... 25, 2019 order entered by a Family Part judge under N.J.S.A. 9:6- - 8.21(c)(4)(b), 2 finding he abused or neglected his ... holding their child . . . in her arms . . . [and] was [seven] 2 N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b) provides an 'abused or neglected child' includes ... removal of a minor without a court order pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82, known as the Dodd Act. N.J ... the child at substantial risk of harm as defined by N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c). On May 8, 2020, the judge granted the Division ... that put Michael at a substantial risk of harm under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). Dwayne also contends the judge erred by ... See N.J.S.A. 30:4C-15.1(a). N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c) defines various circumstances that can comprise the abuse ...

docket:	a0451-20
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2021-11-19
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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51 S.C v. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES -- rank: 764

... evidence that the child has been abused or neglected per N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21.'3 3 The letter states in its entirety: (continued) 7 ... evidence that the child has been abused or neglected per N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21. The Division will not be providing further services to [Luke ... distinguishing an 'established' finding of child abuse or neglect under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4), subject to disclosure under N.J.S.A ... child is an abused or neglected child as defined in N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21, but evidence indicates that the child was harmed or was ... A-4792-15T3 of harm' by excessive corporal punishment under N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21.5 New Jersey law does not bar the corporal punishment ... infliction of excessive corporal punishment that Title 9 prohibits. See N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). 'The general proposition is that a ...

docket:	a4792-15
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2018-08-31
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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52 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. M.P and J.L -- rank: 758

... abused or neglected her newborn daughter N.L. (Nina) under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c). Michelle appeals that order. Although the judge erred in ... Division had proven 'an imminent risk of harm' pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b) to Nina because 'there was neglect here ... had established Michelle had 'abused or neglected' Nina pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c) 'relative to environmental neglect due to lack of housing ... health.' On appeal, Michelle argues the judge 'misinterpreted and misapplied' N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4) and caselaw and made findings unsupported by the ... of harm from her as required to be proved under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(B). She faults the judge for not identifying ... T., 423 N.J. Super. 320, 329 (App. Div. 2011). N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4) defines an 'abused or neglected child' as ...

docket:	a1097-19
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2021-03-17
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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53 DCPP VS. JAN. R. AND JAR. R., IN THE MATTER OF C.A.R. -- rank: 758

... child, C.A.R., in his household, in violation of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c). We affirm. I. 1 Pseudonyms and initials are used ... child without a court order, pursuant to the Dodd Act, N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82. N.J. Div. of Youth & Fam. Servs ... be committed an act of sexual abuse against the child.' N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c). Once, as here, abuse has been substantiated, the offender ... upon whom there is a legal duty for such care,' N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(a) (emphasis added). Based on the evidence presented, the trial ... or action was for [his] sexual stimulation' as required by N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21(c)(3). This argument has no merit and deserves little ...

docket:	a1302-22
court:	appellate
decided:	2024-05-29
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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54 NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INSTITUTIONAL ABUSE INVESTIGATION UNIT - v. W.G. -- rank: 753

... or neglected a student, A.L., within the definition of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(1), (2), (4)(b) and (6). We reverse. We ... G. abused or neglected A.L. within the meaning of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(1), (2), (4)(b) and (6). This appeal followed ... Here, W.G. primarily challenges the Director's interpretation of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(1), (2), (4)(b) and (6) to conclude that ... child's behavior is harmful to himself, others or property . . . . [ N.J.S.A. 9:6-8:21(c)(1)-(2), (6) (emphasis added).] The Director concluded that ... W.G.'s conduct constituted abuse or neglect pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(1) and (2) because "[W.G.] inflicted upon [A ... W.G.'s conduct also constituted abuse or neglect under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8:21(c)(6). The Director found that A.L. kicked ...

docket:	a5894-08
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2011-09-30
status:	unpublished
citation:
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55 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANANCY v. R.W and A.P. and L.A.P -- rank: 751

... a home without a court order, under the Dodd Act, N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82. A-0617-21 5 The Division was ...

docket:	a0617-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2022-11-22
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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56 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES v. T.H. -- rank: 748

... satisfy the definition of an "[a]bused or neglected child." N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b) defines an abused or neglected child as ... upon whom there is a legal duty for such care." N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(a). If a child's life or health is in ... parent or guardian . . . to exercise a minimum degree of care . . . . " N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4). A parent "fails to exercise a minimum degree ... was an abused or neglected child, within the meaning of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b), while in Teri's custody. Consequently, we ... a minimum degree of care, placing Andrea in imminent danger. N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b); G.S. , supra , 157 N.J. at ...

docket:	a2095-09
court:	superior court appellate division
decided:	2010-11-22
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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57 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES v. M.C. -- rank: 748

... satisfy the definition of an "[a]bused or neglected child." N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b) defines an abused or neglected child as ... upon whom there is a legal duty for such care." N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(a). If a child's life or health is in ... parent or guardian . . . to exercise a minimum degree of care . . . . " N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4). A parent "fails to exercise a minimum degree ... was an abused or neglected child, within the meaning of N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b), while in Teri's custody. Consequently, we ... a minimum degree of care, placing Andrea in imminent danger. N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b); G.S. , supra , 157 N.J. at ...

docket:	a2030-09
court:	superior court appellate division
decided:	2010-11-22
status:	unpublished
citation:
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58 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. C.I and N.R. -- rank: 748

... to the Dodd Act, which, as amended, is found at N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82.' N.J. Div. of Child Prot. & Permanency ...

docket:	a3886-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-05-19
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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59 DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. G.F -- rank: 746

... the definition of an abused or neglected child pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21(c)(4)(b)'; and (2) 'the allegation of abuse had ... Department demonstrated Erin was an abused or neglected child under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b). Noting Gene sexually assaulted 'E[rin's ... s determination that Gene had abused or neglected Erin under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4)(b), and that aggravating factor two and mitigating ... as such, he did not abuse or neglect Erin under N.J.S.A. 9:6- 8.21(c)(4). Alternatively, Gene argues the Department erroneously rejected the ... a similarly serious nature requiring the aid of the court. [N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4).] As used in the statute, a minimum degree ...

docket:	a3570-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-08-07
status:	Unpublished
citation:
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60 NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF CHILD PROTECTION AND PERMANENCY v. L.C and Z.P. -- rank: 746

... to the Dodd Act, which, as amended, is found at N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.82.' N.J. Div. of Child Prot. & Permanency ...

docket:	a0751-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-06-13
status:	Unpublished
citation:
Document Size:	40133