In re Michael S. CA2/7
Michael S. appeals from juvenile court orders declaring his children, Michael Jr., Michelle, and Mariah, dependents of the juvenile court pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 300, subdivision (b), and placing them with their mothers or other family members. Michael contends the juvenile court and the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services failed to comply with the inquiry and notice requirements of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) (25 U.S.C. § 1901 et seq.) and related state law. The Department contends Michael’s appeals of the orders with regard to Michael Jr. and Mariah are moot because the juvenile court terminated jurisdiction over them after Michael filed these appeals. With regard to Michelle, the Department contends it and the court complied with ICWA and related state law requirements.
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