Section 16-2381 - Purpose of the subchapter; construction of provisionsThe general purpose of this subchapter is to:
(1) Encourage stability in the lives of certain children who have been adjudicated to be neglected and have been removed from the custody of their parent by providing judicial procedures for the creation of a permanent guardianship in the circumstances set forth in this subchapter;(2) Ensure that the constitutional rights of all parties are recognized and enforced in all proceedings conducted pursuant to this subchapter while ensuring that the fundamental needs of children are not subjugated to the interests of others; and(3) Increase the opportunities for the prompt permanent placement of children, especially with relatives, without ongoing government supervision.Apr. 4, 2001, D.C. Law 13-273, § 3(c), 48 DCR 1637.