Supreme Court of North Carolina

In re M.S.L.

March 18, 2022

Summary

The court affirmed the termination of respondent-father's parental rights, concluding that the trial court had subject matter jurisdiction and that its findings supported termination based on neglect. The court held that respondent properly stipulated to the factual circumstances underlying the termination grounds and that his continued substance abuse, failure to comply with treatment recommendations, and dishonesty supported a likelihood of future neglect.