In re L.S.

Citations

• 2021 Ohio 510

Syllabus

Complaint for permanent custody R.C. 2151.353(A)(4) determination that child cannot be placed with parent within a reasonable time or should not be placed with parent R.C. 2151.414(E) best interest of the child R.C. 2151.414(D)(1) clear and convincing evidence abuse of discretion. Juvenile court did not abuse its discretion in determining permanent custody was in the best interest of the child. Although mother showed initiative in completing case plan services, competent, credible, clear and convincing evidence supported the juvenile court's findings that child did not have a relationship or bond with mother, child did not want to return home to mother, child had a lengthy custodial history based on a prior case, child deserved a safe and stable environment where her needs were met and there were no other relatives with whom child could be placed, resulting in its determination that permanent custody was in the best interest of the child.