Nothing in this subchapter may be construed to preclude the courts of this Territory from exercising their discretion to protect the health and safety of children in individual cases. The best interests and welfare of a child is a paramount consideration in the construction and interpretation of this subchapter. It is in the child’s best interests that this subchapter be construed and interpreted so as not to result in extending time limits beyond those set forth in this subchapter.
Construction of subchapter
5 V.I.C. § 2574 — under Family Division of the Superior Court.
5 V.I.C. § 2574