In re C.B.

Citations

• 2022 Ohio 3136

Syllabus

R.C. 2151.04 dependency R.C. 2151.353(A)(4) permanent custody R.C. 2151.414(E) factors R.C. 2151.414(D)(1) best interest of the child ineffective assistance of counsel Juv.R. 23 Juv. Loc.R. 35(C) continuance. The trial court's grant of permanent custody was supported by clear and convincing evidence and the trial court did not abuse its discretion in finding that permanent custody was in the best interest of the child. The trial court's denial of appellant's request for a continuance of the trial was not an abuse of discretion. Appellant's appearance at hearings, contacts with the agency, and visitation with the child was inconsistent. Appellant did not cooperate with counsel despite prior warnings and also suffered from unresolved mental health and substance abuse issues. Appellant was represented at the hearing by counsel and a guardian ad litem. Appellant did not demonstrate that counsel's performance was so deficient that appellant was prejudiced and denied a fair trial.