Valoris for Children & Adults of Prescott-Russell sought summary judgment to find the child, A.J., in need of protection and to place him in Extended Society Care for adoption.
The parents opposed, arguing for genuine issues requiring a trial, including the inconclusive nature of medical evidence regarding A.J.'s injuries and alleged Society misconduct.
The court found A.J. was in need of protection due to serious unexplained injuries, the father's history of physical discipline, and the parents' failure to engage with the Society to address protection concerns, especially after moving out of jurisdiction.
The motion for Extended Society Care was granted, as no less intrusive alternatives were viable and permanency was required for the child.
The court ordered weekly access for the parents, an increase from the Society's proposed monthly access.
