Respondent is the father of a child, born in 1992, who has been in the custody of petitioner since June 25, 1992. Following a fact-finding hearing, Family Court determined that respondent had abandoned his child and terminated his parental rights. Respondent appeals.
We affirm. A finding of abandonment is warranted where it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the parent has failed to have contact with the child or agency during...
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