Minnesota Statutes 257.076 – Definitions
Subdivision 1.Scope.
For the purposes of sections 257.0755 to 257.0768, the following terms shall have the meanings given them in this section.
Subd. 2.Agency.
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 257.076
- Adult: means an individual 18 years of age or older. See Minnesota Statutes 645.451
- children: includes children by birth or adoption;
(9) "day" comprises the time from midnight to the next midnight;
(10) "fiscal year" means the year by or for which accounts are reckoned;
(11) "hereafter" means a reference to the time after the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(12) "heretofore" means a reference to the time previous to the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(13) "judicial sale" means a sale conducted by an officer or person authorized for the purpose by some competent tribunal;
(14) "minor" means an individual under the age of 18 years;
(15) "money" means lawful money of the United States;
(16) "night time" means the time from sunset to sunrise;
(17) "non compos mentis" refers to an individual of unsound mind;
(18) "notary" means a notary public;
(19) "now" in any provision of a law referring to other laws in force, or to persons in office, or to any facts or circumstances as existing, relates to the laws in force, or to the persons in office, or to the facts or circumstances existing, respectively, on the effective date of such provision;
(20) "verified" when used in reference to writings, means supported by oath or affirmation. See Minnesota Statutes 645.45
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- 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.
- state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 257.076
- Adult: means an individual 18 years of age or older. See Minnesota Statutes 645.451
- children: includes children by birth or adoption;
(9) "day" comprises the time from midnight to the next midnight;
(10) "fiscal year" means the year by or for which accounts are reckoned;
(11) "hereafter" means a reference to the time after the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(12) "heretofore" means a reference to the time previous to the time when the law containing such word takes effect;
(13) "judicial sale" means a sale conducted by an officer or person authorized for the purpose by some competent tribunal;
(14) "minor" means an individual under the age of 18 years;
(15) "money" means lawful money of the United States;
(16) "night time" means the time from sunset to sunrise;
(17) "non compos mentis" refers to an individual of unsound mind;
(18) "notary" means a notary public;
(19) "now" in any provision of a law referring to other laws in force, or to persons in office, or to any facts or circumstances as existing, relates to the laws in force, or to the persons in office, or to the facts or circumstances existing, respectively, on the effective date of such provision;
(20) "verified" when used in reference to writings, means supported by oath or affirmation. See Minnesota Statutes 645.45
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- 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.
- state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
“Agency” means the divisions, officials, or employees of the state Departments of Human Services and Health and local district courts or a designated county social service agency as defined in section 256G.02, subdivision 7, engaged in providing child protection and placement services for children. “Agency” also means any individual, service, or program providing child protection or placement services in coordination with or under contract to any other entity specified in this subdivision.
Subd. 3.Communities of color.
“Communities of color” means the following: Hispanic-Latino, Asian-Pacific, African, and African-American communities.
Subd. 4.Compadrazgo.
“Compadrazgo” is a kinship institution within the Hispanic-Latino community used as a means of parenting and caring for children from birth to adulthood.
Subd. 5.Family of color.
“Family of color” means any family with a child under the age of 18 who is identified by one or both parents or another trusted adult to be of Hispanic-Latino, Asian-Pacific, African, or African-American descent.
Subd. 6.Facility.
“Facility” means any entity required to be licensed under chapter 245A.
Subd. 7.Trusted adult.
“Trusted adult” means an individual recognized by the child’s parent or legal guardian, the child’s community, or both, as speaking for the child’s best interest. The term includes compadrazgo and other individuals with a kinship or community relationship with the child.