In the Interest of Q.M.C., a Child

Summary

The Fourth Court of Appeals of San Antonio addresses appointed counsel’s Anders brief and motion to withdraw in an appeal concerning termination of parental rights. The court granted the appellant until June 13, 2022, to file a pro se brief, permitted the State to respond if necessary, and held counsel’s withdrawal motion in abeyance.

Holdings

1. The court ordered appellant to file any pro se brief by June 13, 2022, authorized the State to file a responsive brief if a timely pro se brief was filed, and held counsel's motion to withdraw in abeyance pending further order.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the court should allow appointed appellate counsel to withdraw under Anders procedures before the appellant's opportunity to review the record and file a pro se brief had expired.

Disposition

other