The test is the intent of the parties, ... And the intent of the parties in this case was always to treat it as a multiparty dwelling.

Officers learned the newborn had major head injuries and that the bleeding and the swelling were so extreme her little ears were pushed forward by the pressure. Those injuries, investigation showed, were intentional.

The medical evidence was overwhelming that this kind of injury could only be inflicted by a deliberate, intentional act. Accidents described by Steen just don?t account for what happened to the baby.

This is another example of excellent police work coupled with excellent medical intervention and evidence. It sends a powerful message to those who injure a child ? any child ? that Clay County will hold you accountable for your actions.

All of our certifications are a two-year interim approval and, obviously, the reason for that is so that if something does go wrong we can ask them to come in and explain, and we can also decertify.

They all take time. It's a labor-intensive, time-consuming process.