§ 350.3. Dispositional hearings; evidence and required quantum of\nproof - appearance of presentment agency. 1. Only evidence that is\nmaterial and relevant may be admitted during a dispositional hearing.\n 2. An adjudication at the conclusion of a dispositional hearing must\nbe based on a preponderance of the evidence.\n 3. The presentment agency shall appear at the dispositional hearing.\n 4. The victim has the right to make a statement with regard to any\nmatter relevant to the question of disposition. If the victim chooses to\nmake a statement, such individual shall notify the court at least ten\ndays prior to the date of the dispositional hearing. The court shall\nnotify the respondent no less than seven days prior to the dispositional\nhearing of the victim's intent to make a statement. The victim shall not\nbe made aware of the final disposition of the case.\n
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