Ordered that the order of disposition is affirmed, without costs or disbursements.
The appellant contends that the Family Court erred by ordering that he be placed in a restrictive setting. We disagree. Family Court Act § 353.5 (1) provides, inter alia, that when, as in this case, the appellant is found to have committed a designated felony act, the court shall determine, based on a preponderance of the evidence, whether or not the appellant requires placement...
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