Degree of proof

38-2250. Degree of proof. The petitioner must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the child is a child in need of care. History: L. 2006, ch. 200, § 45; January 1, 2007. Source or Prior Law: 38-1555. Law Review and Bar Journal References: Kevin M. Smith, Independent Parental Fitness Experts in Child in Need of Care (CINC) Cases: More Objectivity in Parental Termination Cases Is in Everyone's Best Interests, 71 U. Kan. L. Rev. 729 (2023). CASE ANNOTATIONS 1. In CINC case state's evidence must be clear and convincing. In re J.D.C., 284 Kan. 155, 170, 159 P.3d 974 (2007). 2. Cited in discussion of "clear and convincing evidence" and standard for appellate review; prior court holdings disapproved. In re B.D.-Y., 286 Kan. 686, 687, 690, 187 P.3d 594 (2008). 3. District court overturns magistrate's order finding child in need of care. In re L.C.W., 42 Kan. App. 2d 293, 211 P.3d 829 (2009). Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026