Adelanto, CA asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Family Law and Juvenile Law for California

Q: My lawyer filed a jv180 but did not put 2 of the papers that I gave her when she filed it. She had stated to me that I d

If I didn't have all of the requirements complete of my unification plan that there would be no reason to even file it. Because it would get denied. She didn't include my sponsorship letter and my name meetings attendance sheets. So my jv180 is denied and my parental rights have been terminated. Next date is the proceed with the adoption.

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  • Sacramento, CA
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A: Under California law, when your JV-180 request to change a court order in juvenile dependency proceedings is denied, and your parental rights are subsequently terminated, it's essential to understand your next steps. The JV-180 form, or Request to Change Court Order, is a crucial document in juvenile dependency cases, where the goal is often to reunify families whenever possible, under safe conditions for the child.

If crucial documents such as a sponsorship letter and attendance sheets for meetings were not included in your submission, it could impact the outcome, as you've experienced. It's important to communicate clearly with your legal representative about the necessity of including all pertinent information and documents in any filing. The omission of these documents might have contributed to the denial of your request.

After parental rights are terminated, and the court is moving towards adoption, you may want to consider your options for appeal or any other legal remedies available. Given the complexities of dependency court proceedings, seeking advice from a legal professional experienced in family law and dependency cases could provide clarity on possible actions to take next. Time is of the essence in these situations, so promptly exploring your legal options is crucial.

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