KRS 645.090: Criteria for hospitalization.

The burden of proof at the certification and recertification hearings under this chapter

shall be on the petitioner to show, by clear and convincing evidence, that:

(1) The child is mentally ill or has symptoms of mental illness;

(2) The child is dangerous to himself or others;

(3) The child can benefit from treatment available only at a hospital; and

(4) No less restrictive alternative is available which will be effective in treating the

child.