When the juvenile court was first created, _____ was the standard of proof required to adjudicate a child delinquent.

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When the juvenile court was first created, the standard of proof required to adjudicate a child delinquent was "preponderance of the evidence." This is a lower standard than "beyond a reasonable doubt," which is required in adult criminal courts. The "preponderance of the evidence" standard means that it is more likely than not that the allegations are true.

When the Juvenile Court Was First Created, _____ Was the Standard