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Missouri Revised Statutes Title XII. Public Health and Welfare § 211.443. Construction of sections 211.442 to 211.487

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

The provisions of sections 211.442 to 211.487 shall be construed so as to promote the best interests and welfare of the child as determined by the juvenile court in consideration of the following:

(1) The recognition and protection of the constitutional rights of all parties in the proceedings;

(2) The recognition and protection of the birth family relationship when possible and appropriate; and

(3) The entitlement of every child to a permanent and stable home.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Missouri Revised Statutes Title XII. Public Health and Welfare § 211.443. Construction of sections 211.442 to 211.487 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mo/title-xii-public-health-and-welfare/mo-rev-st-211-443/

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