A.  Purpose

People in the Interest of E.A., 638 P.2d 278 (Colo. 1981)
People in the Interest of S.S.T., 38 Colo. App. 110, 553 P.2d 82 (1976)(disapproved of on other grounds by Petition of R.H.N., 710 P.2d 482 (Colo. 1985)
D&N proceedings are unique among civil actions. They are not designed to punish the parent or parents, but to determine the child’s status - whether the child has the benefit of parental guidance, concern, protection or support.