Juvenile Arrest Process in Criminal Justice System

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What must an officer do if an arrest is made but a JCC is not being issued?

Provide a written documentation explaining the arrest (correct)

Request a civil citation for the juvenile

Notify the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC)

Consult with the State Attorney's Office

When does a member make a referral to the State Attorney’s Office for criminal charges?

When the juvenile is not located

When the juvenile qualifies for a civil citation

When physical arrest is deemed unnecessary

When circumstances warrant criminal charges (correct)

What is the purpose of a Juvenile Release Agreement?

To mandate immediate detention at the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC)

To transport the juvenile to court immediately

To issue a civil citation to the juvenile

To avoid physical arrest and direct the juvenile to appear in court (correct)

Why should physical arrest of a juvenile be considered a last option?

To ensure prompt transportation to the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) Signup and view all the answers

In what situation should an officer utilize a Juvenile Release Agreement?

When physical arrest is deemed unnecessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Apopka Police Department Procedural General Orders regarding juveniles?

To provide guidelines for members to follow with regard to juveniles and protect the youth of Apopka. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary duty of members of the Apopka Police Department with regard to juveniles?

To promote values of educational and personal success among juveniles. Signup and view all the answers

What method should members of the department use when dealing with juveniles?

The least coercive method among reasonable alternatives. Signup and view all the answers

In what instances will members of the Apopka Police Department provide protection to juvenile individuals?

When it aligns with Florida State Statutes. Signup and view all the answers

What precautions are taken to ensure there is no contact between adult prisoners and juvenile prisoners?

Visual and audible contact is prohibited between the two groups. Signup and view all the answers

Who can access the fingerprint records of a juvenile as mentioned in the text?

Parents or legal custodians of the child, their attorneys, and authorized court personnel. Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can juvenile fingerprint records be disclosed to the public?

As provided in specific statutes like ss. 943.053 and 985.04(2). Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the fingerprint card of a juvenile upon release?

It is marked 'Juvenile Confidential' and forwarded with the case packet. Signup and view all the answers

Can juveniles be housed with adults unless under certain circumstances?

No, juveniles cannot be housed with adults except under specific circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of diverting juveniles from the formal aspects of the juvenile justice system?

To provide counseling and mentoring alternatives Signup and view all the answers

According to Florida law, what is the exception for arresting or adjudicating a child younger than seven years old?

If the violation of law is a forcible felony Signup and view all the answers

What must officers consider when making initial contact with juveniles, based on the guidelines?

The need to make the experience positive Signup and view all the answers

When is it necessary for officers to obtain authorization from the on-duty watch commander before arresting a juvenile under seven years old?

When it's evident that an arrest is necessary for a forcible felony Signup and view all the answers

What should officers recognize about juveniles when dealing with their responses to situations?

That juveniles may respond inappropriately due to developmental stages Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure to follow when a juvenile is arrested for a DUI violation?

Process the juvenile for DUI, issue a DUI citation, and transport them to JARF Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the JARF is unable to accept the juvenile arrested for DUI?

Release the juvenile to a parent or legal guardian Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a juvenile is physically arrested for a criminal traffic violation?

They are released to a parent or responsible adult Signup and view all the answers

What copies must be attached to the charging affidavit when a juvenile is arrested and/or detained?

Criminal traffic citation Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a law enforcement officer take a juvenile into custody?

When the juvenile has violated a criminal law Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate action to be taken by a member when completing a charging affidavit for a juvenile?

File an Arrest Affidavit with the notation 'At Large' Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by a law enforcement officer to refer a juvenile offender for intake, in lieu of arrest?

Issue a Juvenile Release Agreement Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to ensure that a juvenile qualifies for a release selected in lieu of custody?

Run a criminal history check and contact the JAC Signup and view all the answers

When should an officer issue a juvenile tobacco violation according to PGO 8405.00?

When the juvenile is found in possession of tobacco products Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for handling juvenile records according to Florida Law?

Keep one copy with the officer and provide another copy to the juvenile or their guardian. Signup and view all the answers

Who can access juvenile records according to the text?

Juveniles, law enforcement agencies, courts, parents, attorneys, and other authorized persons. Signup and view all the answers

What should an arresting officer do when transporting a juvenile?

Notify the Communications Center of the presence of the juvenile and provide details of the transport. Signup and view all the answers

In case a juvenile needs medical treatment, what action should be taken during transportation?

Provide medical treatment before proceeding to the police station for booking procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What document should be used for juvenile offenders in the Ninth Judicial Circuit instead of a Notice to Appear?

Juvenile Release Agreement Signup and view all the answers

How many copies of a document related to an arrest should be distributed according to the text?

One copy each for the juvenile, their guardian, and law enforcement agencies. Signup and view all the answers

What action is required if a juvenile is arrested but not taken to a Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC)?

'Reasonable effort' must be made to notify parents or custodians of the arrest. Signup and view all the answers