Juvenile Law Flashcards
What is the difference in dependency fingerprinting/photos vs delinquency ?
Dependency: finger printing and photos files/records must be kept separate from adults.
They must be maintained on a local basis only, not to be sent anywhere
Delinquency: must be separate from adults as well but, photos and fingerprints must be sent to state depository in same manner as adults
What is the procedure an officer must follow after taking a child into protective custody?
Shall release the child to a parent, guardian other responsible person except…
The juvenile court ordered the child be taken into protective custody OR
PC to believe The welfare of child or others in immediate danger by release of child
What type of evidence is needed for a child to be charged with a violation/crime in court?
Preponderance of complete evidence
What type of evidence is needed for a Native American child that falls under the Indian child welfare act?
Clear and convincing evidence
What type of evidence is needed for termination of parental rights?
Clear and convincing evidence
What type of evidence must be proven for termination of parental rights of a Native American child?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
How long can a youth be detained in a jail house, police department or prison?
They may not at anytime except..
Only detained for up to 5 hours to obtain the youth’a name, address and other identifying information
What is the burden of proof In juvenile court matters?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
