In Re the Welfare of Henderson

Elaine Henderson appeals an order terminating her parental rights to her son, Jason Henderson. The issues on appeal relate to whether the trial court erred by not making a determination at the time of trial of Jason's status as a "dependent child," and by admitting certain documentary and testimonial evidence during trial. We find no error, and accordingly affirm.

This matter was brought on for trial in November 1979 upon a petition to terminate the parent-child relationship between Jason Henderson, a minor, and his mother. Prior to this hearing, an order had been entered in July 1977…