In re R.S. CA4/3

FACTS

We focus on the facts relevant to the limited issue the mother raises on appeal. In September 2019, police conducted a search and found drugs, including a “large amount of heroin,” and drug paraphernalia in the mother’s possession. The child, who was just past his first birthday, was taken into protective custody. The mother was charged with narcotics-related crimes. The alleged father, T.S., was incarcerated at the time. Investigation revealed that the mother had a lengthy history of drug-related charges and convictions. She had previously been ordered by the court to complete a substance abuse treatment program, but she had not remained sober. The Orange County Social Services Agency (SSA) filed a petition pursuant to section 300, subdivisions (b)(1) (substantial risk of serious harm), and (g) (lacking provision for support). At the detention hearing, the mother appeared in custody. The

1 Subsequent statutory references are to the Welfare and Institutions Code.

2 court found a prima facie case had been established and ordered the child detained. The court ordered visitation up to 10 hours a week when the mother was released from custody. The mother reported to the…