New Jersey § 30:4c-15
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:4c-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:4c-15.
a. Previous statements made by a child relating to any allegations of abuse or neglect
of that child shall be admissible in evidence in any hearing: to terminate parental
rights pursuant to section 15 of P.L.1951, c. 138 ( C.30:4C-15 ); to provide judicial review and approval of a permanency plan pursuant to section
26 of P.L.1999, c. 53 ( C.30:4C-11.4 ); to determine care and supervision or custody pursuant to section 12 of P.L.1951,
c. 138 ( C.30:4C-12 ); for guardianship pursuant to section 8 of P.L.1991, c. 275 ( C.30:4C-15.2 ); to determine placement pursuant to section 5 of P.L.1977, c. 424 ( C.30:4C-54 ); or in any other hearing that may be held during the course of child placement,
permanency, or guardianship proceedings, or during the course of proceedings to terminate
parental rights, pursuant to chapter 4C of Title 30 of the Revised Statutes. b. No such statement, if uncorroborated, shall be sufficient to make a determination
that termination of parental rights is in the best interests of the child, or to make
a fact finding of abuse or neglect.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:4c-15
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:4c-15 cover?
Section 30:4c-15 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 30:4c-15?
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