### Question
How does the law define evidence-based?


### Answer
Under *34 U.S.C. § 11103*, **evidence-based** is defined as:

> a program or practice that—


(A) is demonstrated to be effective when implemented with fidelity

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 11103*
  - Heading: **Subtitle I-Comprehensive Acts > CHAPTER 111-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERALLY**

