New Jersey Statutes 9:6-8.57. Abandoned child
Current as of: 2023 | Check for updates
|
Other versions
Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 9:6-8.57
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
If the court finds that a child was abandoned by his parents or guardian, it may make an order so finding and may discharge the child to the custody of the Division which shall provide for such child as authorized by law.
L.1974, c. 119, s. 37, eff. Oct. 10, 1974.