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Matter of Michael J.L. 2026 NY Slip Op 04670 July 24, 2026 Appellate Division, Fourth Department Published by New York State Law Reporting Bureau pursuant to Judiciary Law § 431. This decision is uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. IN THE MATTER OF MICHAEL J.L. ---------------------------------------------- ONEIDA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, PETITIONER-RESPONDENT; MARCUS R., RESPONDENT-APPELLANT. Supreme Court of the State