by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
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.La. Ch.C. § 883Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
The adjudication hearing shall be held before the court without a jury.La. Ch.C. § 882Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
A. A confession made by an accused child without a knowing and voluntary waiver shall not be admissible unless the state proves beyond a reasonable doubt that it was freely and voluntarily given and was not made under the influence of fear, duress, intimidation,...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
A. The adjudication hearing in delinquency proceedings shall be conducted according to the provisions of the Code of Evidence applicable to criminal cases.B. The child shall not be required to testify, and evidence obtained in violation of the child’s rights...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
A. Among other rights guaranteed by Chapter 3 of this Title, at the adjudication hearing the child may introduce evidence, call witnesses, be heard on his own behalf, and cross-examine witnesses called by the state.B. When a child has contested an adjudication based...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Family Law, Louisiana
A. The child, his parents, counsel, the district attorney, authorized officials of the court, and witnesses called by the parties may be present at the adjudication hearing.B.(1) All proceedings in a juvenile delinquency case involving a crime of violence as defined...
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