Minnesota § 257.61 - PRETRIAL PROCEEDINGS
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 257.61 — PRETRIAL PROCEEDINGS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 257.61. PRETRIAL PROCEEDINGS
As soon as practicable, after an action to declare the existence or nonexistence of the father and child relationship has been brought, a pretrial hearing shall be held in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure. The public shall be barred from the hearing. A record of the proceeding or any portion thereof shall be kept if any party requests, or the court so orders.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 257.61
What does Minnesota Statutes § 257.61 cover?
Section 257.61 ("PRETRIAL PROCEEDINGS") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 257.61?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 257.61" (Minnesota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 257.61 apply to my situation?
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