In Re Christopher T.
Opinion
Opinion
[Opinion certified for partial publication. [] ]
OPINION
TURNER, P.J.
Lisa A., the mother of minor, Christopher T., appeals from an order of the juvenile court, pursuant to California Rules of Court, [1] rule 1425 transferring a dependency case from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara County where the minor and his foster parents have relocated. We affirm the change of venue order.
The sustained Welfare and Institutions Code [2] section 300 petition alleged the mother had a history of excessive alcohol consumption. [3] On August 30, 1990, she was under the influence to such a degree that she was unable to adequately protect and supervise the minor. Her condition contributed to an altercation with another family member. When Christopher, who was then seven years old, tried to intervene, his mother pulled a patch of hair from his head. The following day, what is now known as the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (department) detained Christopher and his then 23-month-old brother Thomas A. The department petitioned to have them declared dependent wards of the juvenile court pursuant to section 300. [4] On November 6, 1991, Christopher was ordered placed in…