In re Sweeney

This cause came on to be heard upon the appeal, the transcript of the docket, journal entries and original papers from the Court of Common Pleas of Hamilton County, Ohio, Juvenile Division, the transcript of the proceedings, the briefs and arguments of counsel.

This appeal concerns Shannon Sweeney, a minor who was borne out of wedlock, in April 1985, by appellant/cross-appellee Erin Sweeney. At the time of Shannon's birth, Erin suffered from substance abuse and dependency, and was unable to provide adequate care for Shannon. Erin's mother, appellee/cross-appellant Helen Strickland, has…