2017 Louisiana Laws
Children's Code
CHC 883 - Burden of proof

Universal Citation: LA Chil Code 883 (2017)

Art. 883. Burden of proof

In order for the court to adjudicate a child delinquent, the state must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the child committed a delinquent act alleged in the petition.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.

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