2006 Indiana Code - CHAPTER 14. FINDINGS, PRESUMPTIONS, AND EVIDENCE

IC 31-37-14
     Chapter 14. Findings, Presumptions, and Evidence

IC 31-37-14-1
Burden of proof of delinquent act or crime
    31-37-14-1 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.
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

IC 31-37-14-2
Burden of proof in proceedings to terminate parental rights
    31-37-14-2 Sec. 2. A finding in a proceeding to terminate parental rights must be based upon clear and convincing evidence.
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

IC 31-37-14-3
Burden of proof in other cases
    31-37-14-3 Sec. 3. A finding not covered by section 1 or 2 of this chapter must be based upon a preponderance of the evidence.
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

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