2012 North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 7B - Juvenile Code.
Article 8 - Hearing Procedures.
Section 7B-805 - Quantum of proof in adjudicatory hearing.
7B-805. Quantum of proof in adjudicatory hearing.
The allegations in a petition alleging that a juvenile is abused, neglected, or dependent shall be proved by clear and convincing evidence. Allegations in a petition alleging that a respondent is a responsible individual who has abused or seriously neglected a juvenile shall be proved by a preponderance of the evidence. (1979, c. 815, s. 1; 1998-202, s. 6; 1999-456, s. 60; 2010-90, s. 12.)
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