HRS 0571-0063 ANNOTATIONS

Paramount consideration concerning child born out of wedlock is the best interests of the child. 52 H. 448, 478 P.2d 844.

Putative father's rights considered. 52 H. 448, 478 P.2d 844.

"Clear and convincing evidence" standard of proof should govern findings of best interest of child; specific finding of unfitness need not be made before termination of parental rights. 64 H. 85, 637 P.2d 760.

Only one parent's consent to adoption was required to place children in custody of foster parents. 8 H. App. 377, 805 P.2d 1215.