In re Mia G. CA2/6

Discussion Mother contends that services should be reinstated because CWS and her family (the maternal aunt) obstructed visits and reunification. The writ petition lacks a statement of legal issues, citations to the record, or a discussion of the pertinent legal authorities. California Rules of Court, rule 8.452(b)(1) provides that the petition must be accompanied by a memorandum providing "a summary of the significant facts" with supporting references to the record. The memorandum "must, at a minimum, adequately inform the court of the issues presented, point out the factual support for them in the record, and offer argument and authorities that will assist the court in resolving the contested issues." (Glen C. v. Superior Court (2000) 78 Cal.App.4th 570, 583.) Mother's writ petition contains no citations to the record, summarizes only those facts supportive of her contentions, and disregards all of the evidence supporting the findings of the trial court. As a consequence, the petition is subject to summary denial. (Anthony D. v. Superior Court (1998) 63 Cal.App.4th 149, 157.)

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