DORE, J.
A natural father whose parental rights were terminated under the state adoption statute, RCW 26.33.120(1), appealed here alleging that the statute violated his Fourteenth Amendment rights of due process and equal protection, and that the trial court's determination was not supported by clear, cogent, and convincing evidence. We hold that the adoption statute is constitutional, and that the evidence supports the trial court's decision. We affirm.
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.