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§ 15-11-440 — Standard of proof

Georgia § 15-11-440
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O.C.G.A. § 15-11-440 (2026).

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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.

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Legislative History

Amended by 2015 Ga. Laws 75,§ 2-4, eff. 5/5/2015. Added by 2013 Ga. Laws 127,§ 1-1, eff. 1/1/2014.

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