The petitioner, or prosecuting attorney when representing the state, has the burden of proving the allegations of a child in need of services petition by clear and convincing evidence.
History. Code 1981, § 15-11-440 , enacted by Ga. L. 2013, p. 294, § 1-1/HB 242; Ga. L. 2015, p. 540, § 2-4/HB 361.
Law reviews.
For article, “The Child as a Party in Interest in Custody Proceedings,” see 10 Ga. St. B.J. 577 (1974).
For note criticizing jurisdiction of juvenile justice system over runaways and advocating alternative legal approaches, see 24 Emory L. J. 1075 (1975).
For article surveying Georgia cases in the area of juvenile court practice and procedure from June 1979 through May 1980, see 32 Mercer L. Rev. 113 (1980).
For article, “Termination of Parental Rights: Recent Judicial and Legislative Trends,” see 30 Emory L. J. 1065 (1981).
Structure Georgia Code
Article 5 - Child in Need of Services
Part 6 - Adjudication, Disposition, and Reviews
§ 15-11-440. Standard of Proof
§ 15-11-441. Adjudication Hearing
§ 15-11-442. Disposition Hearing; Time Limitations; Disposition of a Child in Need of Services
§ 15-11-443. Duration of Disposition Orders