§ 9-9-402. Definitions

As used in this subchapter:

1. (1) “Child” means a minor as defined by Arkansas law; and

2. (2) “Special needs” means a child who is not likely to be adopted by reason of one (1) or more of the following conditions:

   1. (A) The child has special needs for medical or rehabilitative care;

   2. (B) Age;

   3. (C) A racial or ethnic factor;

   4. (D) A sibling relationship; or

   5. (E) A child who is at high risk for developing a serious physical, mental, developmental, or emotional condition if documentation of the risk is provided by a medical professional specializing in the area of the condition for which the child is considered at risk.