Rule 301 Application and Interpretation
Part III. Child Dependency and Guardianship, Termination of Parental Rights | 1. General Provisions; Parties and Participants
Rule Text
(a) Application. Rules in Part III govern procedures in dependency, in-home intervention, extended foster care, Title 8 guardianship, and termination of parental rights cases.
(b) Interpretation. The court should interpret the rules in Part III in a manner that protects the rights of the parties and the child's best interests and gives paramount consideration to the child's health and safety.
Amendment history: Added Dec. 8, 2021, effective July 1, 2022.