How does a youngster come to the attention of the Probation Department and Juvenile Court?
Contact begins with a referral from law enforcement agency. Juveniles accused of committing crimes may be referred to Probation by law enforcement agencies. The behavior may range from very minor law violations to murder. Probation officers interview the minors and their families and decide whether court intervention is necessary. If the situation is serious, a petition will be filed with the court; if not, the matter may be handled informally.
Related Questions
- Can the Court or the Probation Department force the probationer to make restitution payments if the probationer does not have a job or other means of repayment?
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- How does a youngster come to the attention of the Probation Department and Juvenile Court?
