Guardianship of Jacob Pelton-Hernandez

CASE NUMBER: 26PG-0033408 Disclosure Re: guardianship cases involving Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency-Judge Wood discloses that her step-daughter, Erinn Watts, is the Administrative Branch Director of the Health and Human Services Agency. In that position, Judge Wood’s step-daughter does not have any involvement in the investigation, management, prosecution or defense of guardianship cases. However, the Court makes this disclosure of an employment relationship between an investigating agency and the Court’s first degree relative as required by California Code of Judicial Ethics.

This matter is on calendar for further proceedings on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of the Person. The Petition was filed by the minor’s non-relative caregivers, Christian and Heather Data. Letters of Temporary Guardianship issued on May 29, 2026, and are set to expire today unless further extended.

Proof of service for the paternal grandmother has been filed. The matter has been properly noticed. The Court has reviewed the Children’s Services report filed on June 22, 2026, which recommends granting the Petition.

This matter is also on calendar for confirmation of counsel. The mother and father previously filed an objection to the Petition and Attorney Manuel was appointed as counsel for the minor. An appearance is necessary on today’s calendar to confirm appointment and for setting of a contested hearing.

GUARDIANSHIP OF JORGE PEREZ