Section 14-3-425 - Burden of proof required; verdict of jury; effect thereof(a) Allegations of conduct showing a child to be neglected must be proved by a preponderance of the evidence. (b) If trial by jury is demanded, the jury shall decide issues of fact raised by the petition and return its verdict as to the truth of the allegations contained in the petition. A finding by the jury that the allegations are true is a determination that judicial intervention is necessary for the best interest and welfare of the child.