Ind. Code ch. 31-37-14

in effect

Ind. Code § 31-37-14-1 Burden of proof of delinquent act or crime

Sec. 1. A finding by a juvenile court that a child committed a delinquent act, or that an adult committed a crime, must be based upon proof beyond a reasonable doubt. [Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-7-13(a) part.] As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 31-37-14-2 Burden of proof in proceedings to terminate parental rights

Sec. 2. A finding in a proceeding to terminate parental rights must be based upon clear and convincing evidence. [Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-7-13(a) part.] As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

Ind. Code § 31-37-14-3 Burden of proof in other cases

Sec. 3. A finding not covered by section 1 or 2 of this chapter must be based upon a preponderance of the evidence. [Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-7-13(a) part.] As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

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