In re Joaquin C. CA2/7
Veronica C. and her son Joaquin C. appeal the juvenile court’s assertion of jurisdiction over Joaquin C. under Welfare and Institutions Code section 300, subdivision (b) and his removal from her custody. We conclude that the Department of Children and Family Services failed to meet its burden of proof to demonstrate by a preponderance of the evidence that Veronica C. had failed to adequately supervise or protect Joaquin C.; to provide him with adequate food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment; or to provide regular care for him. The juvenile court’s finding that Joaquin C. comes within the court’s jurisdiction is not supported by substantial evidence. We vacate the court’s jurisdictional finding and reverse the dispositional order.
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