In re Victoria J.
The mother of minor appeals the adjudication and disposition order, challenging the sufficiency of the evidence to support the juvenile court's denial of reunification services under Welfare and Institutions Code section 361.5, subdivision (b)(10), (11) and (13). Mother also contends reversal is required because the court failed to comply with the notice requirements of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).
Court concluded substantial evidence supports the denial of reunification services. Court agreed, however, that the ICWA notice was deficient as it appears the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency did not attempt to obtain information from minor's maternal grandmother. Court reversed the order denying reunification services and directed the juvenile court to ensure proper notice is given under the ICWA.
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