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Rule 401 Scope of Rules

Part IV. Adoptions | 1. General Adoption Provisions

(a) Application. The Rules in Part IV govern procedures in adoption proceedings.

(b) Interpretation. The court should interpret the rules in Part IV 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.