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cited 24× by 24 distinct cases, 2019–2024 ·
…if competent evidence supports the trial court's findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.
at p. 921
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cited 5× by 5 distinct cases, 2019–2022 ·
…our case law has made clear that under section 2511, the court must engage in a bifurcated process prior to terminating parental rights.
at p. 921
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cited 3× by 3 distinct cases, 2022–2023 ·
…clear, direct, weighty and convincing as to enable the trier of fact to come to a clear conviction, without hesitance, of the truth of the precise facts in issue.
at p. 921
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Cited as authority (verbatim quote)
In Re: I.B., Appeal of: A.C.
(2×)
also: Cited "see"
a parent's own feelings -8- j-s15003-21 of love and affection for a child, alone, do not prevent termination of parental rights.
examined
Cited as authority (verbatim quote)
In the Interest of: A.L.-M.C., Appeal of: M.S.B.
(7×)
also: Cited as authority (rule), Cited "see", Cited "see, e.g."
we are limited to determining whether the decision of the trial court is supported by competent evidence
examined
Cited as authority (verbatim quote)
In the Interest of: W.H.-O., A Minor
(4×)
also: Cited as authority (rule), Cited "see"
we are limited to determining whether the decision of the trial court is supported by competent evidence
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: Z.E.B. Appeal of: Z.B.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa.Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: Adoption of R.M.M., Appeal of: J.D.M.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record -4- J-S47028-25 could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: B.J.I., Appeal of: B.J.I.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa.Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: B.J.I., Appeal of: B.J.I.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa.Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: G.S., a Minor
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa.Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: C.J.T., Appeal of: D.J.T.
The party seeking termination must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the parent’s conduct satisfies the statutory grounds for termination delineated in section 2511(a).” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: O.C., a Minor
(2×)
“If competent -3- J-S26018-24 evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: M.D.H., Appeal of: O.B.N
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation and unnecessary capitalization omitted). -7- J-S22016-24 The burden is upon the petitioner to prove by clear and convincing evidence that the asserted statutory grounds for seeking the termination of parental rights are valid.
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: J.P., Appeal of: J.P.
“We need only agree with the trial court as to any one subsection of Section 2511(a), as well as Section 2511(b), in order to affirm.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 922 (Pa.Super. 2019).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: B.K., Appeal of: Somerset County CYS
In re: B.Z.J., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: Adoption of: T.R.B, Appeal of: K.P.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: T.C. Appeal of: T.C.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa.Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: A.J.F., Appeal of: L.F.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (quoting In re R.N.J., 985 A.2d 273 (Pa. Super. 2009)).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: J.A.R., Appeal of: R.R.K.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (quoting In re R.N.J., 985 A.2d 273 (Pa. Super. 2009)).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: C.C., Appeal of: J.C.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will -4- J-A08030-24 affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: C.J.C., Appeal of: J.C.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will -4- J-A08030-24 affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: J.M.M., Appeal of: C.L.B.
Furthermore, “in involuntary termination proceedings, the testimony of the child is not a requisite part of the inquiry, which focuses entirely on the parenting capacity of the parent.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 920 (Pa. Super. 2019) (quoting In re B.L.L., 787 A.2d 1007, 1016 (Pa. Super. 2001)).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Com. v. Birney, S.
Clear and convincing evidence is evidence that is so “clear, direct, weighty and convincing as to enable the trier of fact to come to a clear conviction, without hesitance, of the truth of the precise facts in issue.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: L.M.M., Appeal of: G.L. & A.L.
This subsection does not require "affirmative misconduct," but instead may be proven by "acts of refusal as well as incapacity to perform parental duties." In re B.I.Z,, 207 A.3d 914, 922 (Pa. Super. 2019).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: J.D., Appeal of: S.D.
“If competent evidence supports the trial court's findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: S.A.M.S. Appeal of: J.S.
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).9 The termination of parental rights is guided by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis of the grounds for ____________________________________________ 9 As we stated supra, our disposition vacates the trial court’s January 23, 2023 orders, denies counsel’s petition to withdraw, and remands this matter for further proceedings.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: L.S.C.-P., Appeal of: H.C.-O.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). -4- J-A12008-23 The termination of parental rights is guided by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis of the grounds for termination followed by an assessment of the needs and welfare of the child.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: A.M., Appeal of: C.M.
Our review pursuant to section 2511(b) “focuses on whether termination of parental rights would best serve the developmental, physical, and emotional needs and welfare of the child.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921-22 (Pa. Super. 2019); see also 23 Pa.C.S.A. § 2511(b).
examined
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: L.B., Appeal of: J.B.
(5×)
also: Cited "see"
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (internal citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: J.G.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). - 12 - J-S37032-22 The termination of parental rights is guided by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis of the grounds for termination followed by an assessment of the needs and welfare of the child.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: J.G.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). - 12 - J-S37032-22 The termination of parental rights is guided by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis of the grounds for termination followed by an assessment of the needs and welfare of the child.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: L.V., Appeal of: L.V.
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). -7- J-A20006-22 In re S.C., 247 A.3d 1097, 1103 (Pa. Super. 2021).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: H.C., a Minor
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). ____________________________________________ 1 The fourth and fifth issues raised by Mother on appeal are duplicative of the first and second issues raised by Mother, respectively. -4- J-A05007-22 The termination of parental rights is guided by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis of the grounds for termination followed by an assessment of the needs and…
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: H.C., a Minor
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: J.A.G.-B., Appeal of: S.L.B.
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Com. v. Aumick, J.
At an SVP hearing, the Commonwealth must show that: • the offender suffers from a mental abnormality or personality disorder, that affects the emotional or volitional capacity of the person in a manner that predisposes that person ____________________________________________ 3Clear and convincing evidence has been defined as evidence that is so “clear, direct, weighty and convincing as to enable the trier of fact to come to a clear conviction, without hesitance, of the truth of the precise facts in issue.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted). -4- J-A24016…
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Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: A.P.G., Appeal of: S.S.K.
(4×)
also: Cited "see"
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (internal quotation marks and some internal citations omitted) (some formatting).
cited
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In the Int. of Z.F.Q., Appeal of: F.M.P.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: K.S.D., Appeal of: K.S. & B.K.S.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
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Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: Adoption of: A.G.C.-M., Appeal of: L.C.
(3×)
also: Cited "see"
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (internal quotation marks and some internal citations omitted) (some formatting). -3- J-S11031-21 Termination of parental rights is governed by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, 23 Pa.C.S. §§ 2101-2938.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In Re: Adoption of: C.M.-S. D., Appeal of: B.B.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
examined
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: S.C., Appeal of CYS
(3×)
also: Cited "see"
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
examined
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: S.C., Appeal of CYS
(3×)
also: Cited "see"
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
examined
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: S.C., Appeal of CYS
(3×)
also: Cited "see"
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: M.M.M., Appeal of M.A.M.
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 917-20 (Pa. Super. 2019); see also In re Adoption of K.M.G., ___ A.3d ___, 2020 WL 6580616 at *12-13 (Pa. Nov. ____________________________________________ 4Father’s issue is preserved for our review.
discussed
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Interest of: Z.D.K., Appeal of: J.M.
(2×)
“If competent evidence supports the trial court’s findings, we will affirm even if the record could also support the opposite result.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of L.P., Appeal of: A.P., Father
“Termination of parental rights is governed by Section 2511 of the Adoption Act, which requires a bifurcated analysis.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of: C.B., Appeal of: M.J.B.
To the contrary, those grounds may include acts of refusal as well as incapacity to perform parental duties.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 922-923 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: J.A.U., Appeal of: J.A.U
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019).
cited
Cited as authority (rule)
In the Int. of S.S.J.
To the contrary, those grounds may include acts of refusal as well as incapacity to perform parental duties.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 922-923 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
cited
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In the Interest of: S.S.W.
To the contrary, those grounds may include acts of refusal as well as incapacity to perform parental duties.” In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 922-923 (Pa. Super. 2019) (citation omitted).
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Cited as authority (rule)
Adoption of: N.U.J.-S., Appeal of: A.N.J.
(3×)
also: Cited "see, e.g."
In re B.J.Z., 207 A.3d 914, 921 (Pa. Super. 2019).
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COMMONWEALTH of Pennsylvania
v.
William DICKS
v.
William DICKS
No. 579 EAL 2018.
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
Apr 30, 2019.
207 A.3d 914
Cited by 1 opinion | Published
PER CURIAM
AND NOW , this 30th day of April, 2019, the Petition for Allowance of Appeal is DENIED .