Section 31-37-18-6 - Dispositional decree; factors If consistent with the safety of the community and the best interest of the child, the juvenile court shall enter a dispositional decree that:
(1) is: (A) in the least restrictive (most family like) and most appropriate setting available; and(B) close to the parents' home, consistent with the best interest and special needs of the child;(2) least interferes with family autonomy;(3) is least disruptive of family life;(4) imposes the least restraint on the freedom of the child and the child's parent, guardian, or custodian; and(5) provides a reasonable opportunity for participation by the child's parent, guardian, or custodian.Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-4-15.3(e) part.
As added by P.L. 1-1997, SEC.20. Amended by P.L. 55-1997, SEC.33.