Strickland v. Arkansas Department of Human Services

Wendell L. Griffen, Judge.

Appellant Rebecca Garcia Strickland appeals from an order terminating her parental rights in CS (born August 13, 2003) and JS (born August 5, 2005). She argues that there was insufficient evidence to warrant termination. We agree and reverse the termination order.

I. Background Information

Appellant is a twenty-six-year-old resident of Drew County. Both of her children suffer from developmental delays, and JS suffers from numerous physical problems as well. In January 2006, the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) submitted an affidavit to the Drew County…