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Case No. 24-1010

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In the Interest of J.C., K.C., and K.C., Minor Children

D.C., Father-Appellant

Attorney for Appellant Father

Lisa K. Pendroy

Attorney for Appellee State

Mackenzie Moran, Assistant Attorney General

Guardian ad Litem

Erin E. Romar

Court of Appeals

Court of Appeals Opinion

Opinion Number:
24-1010
Date Published:
Dec 18, 2024
Summary

            Appeal from the Iowa District Court for Polk County, Susan Cox, Judge.  AFFIRMED.  Considered by Greer, P.J., and Buller and Langholz, JJ.  Opinion by Greer, P.J.  (8 pages)

            Father appeals the termination of parental rights, disputing the statutory basis and arguing termination is not in the children’s best interests.  The father also asks for additional time or for the appointment of a guardianship.  OPINION HOLDS: Because we find sufficient grounds for termination, we affirm the decision of the juvenile court.

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