Opinion
No. 2013AP2644–FT.
2013-03-12
In the interest of LUKE M.S., a person under the age of 18. John M.S., Petitioner–Appellant, v. Marcy J.S., Respondent–Respondent.
Thus, to be sufficient, John's petition must provide reliable and credible information and contain facts alleging that (1) Luke “is in need of protection or services which can be ordered by the court” and (2) John “is unable or needs assistance to care for or provide necessary special treatment or care” for Luke. Sec. 48.13(4); Courtney E., 184 Wis.2d at 600–01, 516 N.W.2d 422. The petition fails on both requirements. Wisconsin JI–Children 232 indicates that “unable or in need of assistance to provide necessary special treatment or care for (child)” means that the child