NEW
JERSEY DIVISION OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES VS. D.S.H AND W.W. // IN THE
MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF R.S.H.
A-5723-10T1
We
reverse the termination of the mother's parental rights to her eight-year-old
daughter, Rachel. Although the mother’s
estranged husband was dismissed from the litigation when a paternity test ruled
him out as Rachel's biological father, we determine that he remains Rachel's
legal father. Thus it is not necessary
to terminate the mother's parental rights to
facilitate an adoption by her estranged husband. We view this decision as mandated by precedent
and beneficial to all concerned. 4-12-12
