Section 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.La. Ch.C. § 883Acts 1991, No. 235, §8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.

Section 881 – Evidence

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...