Minn. Juve. Prot. P. 58.03

As amended through October 28, 2024

Rule 58.03 - Standard of Proof

Subd.1. Permanency Matter. In a permanency matter other than a termination of parental rights matter, the standard of proof is clear and convincing evidence.

Subd. 2. Termination of Parental Rights Matter.

(a)Non-Indian Child. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 260C.317, subd. 1, in a termination of parental rights matter involving a non-Indian child, the standard of proof is clear and convincing evidence.

(b)Indian Child. Pursuant to the Indian Child Welfare Act, 25 U.S.C. § 1912(f), and Rule 28.04, in a termination of parental rights matter involving an Indian child, the standard of proof is beyond a reasonable doubt.

Minn. Juve. Prot. P. 58.03

Amended 9/1/2019.