McCarthy, J.
In May 2006, respondent was placed in petitioner's custody following a juvenile delinquency adjudication. At issue is a January 2008 order of Family Court extending his placement. On appeal, respondent argues that a hearing should have been held to determine if good cause existed for petitioner's conceded late filing of an extension petition and further argues that the decision to extend placement was erroneous.
It is undisputed that respondent...
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