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?

<p>To ensure prompt transportation to the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When physical arrest is deemed unnecessary (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To provide guidelines for members to follow with regard to juveniles and protect the youth of Apopka. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To promote values of educational and personal success among juveniles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The least coercive method among reasonable alternatives. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When it aligns with Florida State Statutes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Visual and audible contact is prohibited between the two groups. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Parents or legal custodians of the child, their attorneys, and authorized court personnel. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>As provided in specific statutes like ss. 943.053 and 985.04(2). (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It is marked 'Juvenile Confidential' and forwarded with the case packet. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can juveniles be housed with adults unless under certain circumstances?

<p>No, juveniles cannot be housed with adults except under specific circumstances. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To provide counseling and mentoring alternatives (C)</p> 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?

<p>If the violation of law is a forcible felony (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The need to make the experience positive (B)</p> 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?

<p>When it's evident that an arrest is necessary for a forcible felony (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>That juveniles may respond inappropriately due to developmental stages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Process the juvenile for DUI, issue a DUI citation, and transport them to JARF (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Release the juvenile to a parent or legal guardian (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They are released to a parent or responsible adult (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Criminal traffic citation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When the juvenile has violated a criminal law (B)</p> 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?

<p>File an Arrest Affidavit with the notation 'At Large' (B)</p> 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?

<p>Issue a Juvenile Release Agreement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Run a criminal history check and contact the JAC (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When the juvenile is found in possession of tobacco products (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Keep one copy with the officer and provide another copy to the juvenile or their guardian. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can access juvenile records according to the text?

<p>Juveniles, law enforcement agencies, courts, parents, attorneys, and other authorized persons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an arresting officer do when transporting a juvenile?

<p>Notify the Communications Center of the presence of the juvenile and provide details of the transport. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Provide medical treatment before proceeding to the police station for booking procedures. (C)</p> 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?

<p>Juvenile Release Agreement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>One copy each for the juvenile, their guardian, and law enforcement agencies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>'Reasonable effort' must be made to notify parents or custodians of the arrest. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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