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SB 218 – This act provides that as of January 1, 2010, a parent may request by written demand to the juvenile court a jury trial for proceedings regarding involuntary termination of parental rights. By November 1, 2009, the Missouri Supreme Court shall develop appropriate jury instructions for termination of parental rights cases heard by a jury. At least one of the instructions shall direct the jury to find whether the termination of parental rights will or will not be in the best interests of the child. ADRIANE CROUSE
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