In a case sure to be studied from many angles for years, the contested custody battle over the little girl known as Baby Veronica” took a criminal turn in early August when a felony warrant for custodial interference was issued for Dusten Brown, Baby Veronica’s biological father.
I recently discussed the U.S. Supreme Court decision that returned the matter to the South Carolina court system for reconsideration after the Supreme Court found that the adoption of Baby Veronica did not fall under the jurisdiction of the Indian Child Welfare Act. Mr. Brown had terminated his parental rights to Baby Veronica prior to her birth.
Following the Supreme Court decision, rapidly unfolding events took place, leading to the present criminal charges against Mr. Brown:
This bitter adoption matter remains unsettled, and one wonders about the best interests of Baby Veronica. If you have questions about adoption or custody matters, speak with an experienced family law attorney.