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The Laws of New York
Court Acts of New York
CHAPTER 686
Family Court
ARTICLE 3
Juvenile Delinquency
PART 1
Jurisdiction and Preliminary Procedures
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SECTION 301.2
Definitions
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SECTION 301.1
Purpose
Family Court Act (FCT) CHAPTER 686, ARTICLE 3, PART 1
§ 301.1. Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish
procedures in accordance with due process of law (a) to determine
whether a person is a juvenile delinquent and (b) to issue an
appropriate order of disposition for any person who is adjudged a
juvenile delinquent. In any proceeding under this article, the court
shall consider the needs and best interests of the respondent as well as
the need for protection of the community.