Juvenile Delinquency

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What is the definition of a 'Delinquent Act' as per the directive?

Any action taken by an adult in violation of law
Any action taken by a juvenile under the age of eighteen years, who has not been previously transferred to adult criminal court and sentenced as an adult for a violation of law that would be a felony if committed by an adult (correct)
Any action taken by a juvenile who has been previously transferred to adult criminal court
Any action taken by a juvenile regardless of age

What is the definition of a 'Dependent Child' as per the directive?

A child who is a ward of the court under any circumstances
A child who is self-sufficient and independent
A child who is under the age of eighteen years
A child who is a ward of the court under the parens patriae doctrine, in which the State assumes custody of the child as a result of being abandoned, abused, or neglected (correct)

What do law enforcement officers have discretion to do according to the policy?

Divert juveniles from the juvenile justice system into community-based alternatives where appropriate (correct)
Ignore juvenile cases
Punish all juveniles without evaluating circumstances
Automatically send all juveniles to adult criminal court

What age range does the directive specify for juveniles?

Under 18 years (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first violation of the sexting statute by a juvenile considered as?

A noncriminal offense (D) Signup and view all the answers

When can a juvenile avoid appearing in court for a first-offense sexting violation?

By completing 8 hours of community service work (C) Signup and view all the answers

When can law enforcement officers (LEOs) utilize the Juvenile First Offense Sexting Citation?

When citing juveniles for first-offense sexting violations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons an LEO might take a juvenile into custody?

Probable cause to believe that the juvenile is in violation of his/her juvenile probation conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should an LEO immediately do when arresting a juvenile for DUI or any misdemeanor traffic violation?

Fingerprint the juvenile if he/she is not sent to the JAC (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a juvenile is found to have a breath alcohol level above .02 and is not under arrest for DUI?

The vehicle shall be handled following Departmental Standards Directive 61.200 Traffic Direction, Control, and Ancillary Services (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the procedures for handling a juvenile who commits a City ordinance violation?

The LEO shall complete the same documents that are required for adults and provide a court appearance date for the juvenile (B) Signup and view all the answers

How should juvenile offenders be dealt with according to the directive?

In the least coercive manner using reasonable alternatives, consistent with preserving public safety, order, and individual liberty (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must be supported by detailed written probable cause when taking a juvenile into police custody?

The belief that the juvenile has committed, is committing, or is about to commit a delinquent act, misdemeanor, or City ordinance violation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be articulated if the juvenile is in police custody for a status offense?

Probable cause why he/she believes that the juvenile is a status offender (B) Signup and view all the answers

When should an LEO use discretion when removing a juvenile from school classes for interviews?

In light of the seriousness of the case under investigation and the role of the juvenile in the investigation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What arrangements should be made when removing a juvenile from school classes for interviews?

Arrangements should be made through the Office of Student Services or a Palm Beach County School District Police Department officer. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for transporting a juvenile in police custody?

Handle and transport the juvenile according to Departmental Standards Directive 71.100 Detainee Transportation (B) Signup and view all the answers

When should a juvenile be released to a responsible adult?

When the juvenile's parent, guardian, or legal custodian is unavailable, unwilling, or unable to provide supervision (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for fingerprinting and photographing a juvenile involved in a criminal traffic offense?

It is permissible to fingerprint and photograph the juvenile (B) Signup and view all the answers

How are juvenile records handled in relation to adult records?

Juvenile records are retained in a separate file apart from adult records (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a responsible adult be deemed unfit for the release of a juvenile?

If the person has a prior felony conviction, or a conviction for juvenile abuse, drug trafficking, or prostitution (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration for which records pertaining to a juvenile charged with committing a delinquent act shall be preserved?

Until the juvenile reaches 22 years of age, until 5 years after the last entry was made or until 3 years after the death of the juvenile, whichever date is reached first (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who may have access to juvenile records?

Other law enforcement agencies, state attorneys, the juvenile, the parents, or legal guardians of the juvenile, their attorneys, or any other person authorized by the court, on a need-to-know basis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Latent Fingerprint Examiner regarding juvenile fingerprint records?

Maintain juvenile fingerprint card and photograph file within the Crime Lab (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may the name and address of a juvenile be released for publication?

When a juvenile has been taken into custody for a felony offense or has been previously found guilty of three or more misdemeanor offenses (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is accountable for all records of juvenile cases filed with the State Attorney’s Office?

Records Section employees (D) Signup and view all the answers

What responsibilities fall under 'Records Section' according to Directive No. 44.100?

Collection, dissemination, and retention of reports concerning juveniles, excluding juvenile referrals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must happen on a court ordered expungement and/or sealing of records?

The Department shall seal the records pursuant to FSS 943.0585 and 943.059. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do if the juvenile is removed from the care and custody of the school?

Notify the school official immediately (B) Signup and view all the answers

When should LEOs make a reasonable effort to notify a parent, guardian, or legal custodian of the juvenile?

Before conducting an investigative interview (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a juvenile's right according to FSS 985.033?

Right to representation by legal counsel at all stages of any proceedings (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs consider equivalent to requesting legal counsel?

A juvenile's request for a parent or guardian (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do if an attorney retained on behalf of the juvenile arrives at the police facility?

Immediately notify the juvenile of the attorney's presence and purpose (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action should LEOs take before conducting a custodial interview?

Give the juvenile his/her constitutional warnings in accordance with the Miranda decision (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs aim to do while conducting an interview of a juvenile?

Limit the duration of the interview to the least amount of time needed (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions should juveniles be transported to the Juvenile Assessment Center?

All delinquent acts involving weapons, serious gang-related delinquent acts, domestic assault and/or battery, and aggravated assault and battery (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should consideration be taken as to whether to refer juveniles to the Department's YCS?

When delinquent acts are repeated within a twelve-month period and parental supervision is not effective (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do in misdemeanor shoplifting cases where the victim business indicates a desire for prosecution?

Refer them to the Department’s JFO Program (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for juveniles in this context?

Under 18 years of age (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Police Explorer Program mentioned in the text?

To divert juveniles from the juvenile justice system (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the JFO Program focus on?

First time offenders who commit misdemeanors (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of truancy interdiction according to the text?

To ensure children attend school regularly (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration for eligibility in the JFO Program according to the text?

The nature of the offense (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'diversion' mean in the context provided by the text?

An alternative to court used at or prior to adjudication for juveniles (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'protective custody' according to the definition in the text?

Separating individuals for their personal safety and/or the safety of others (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reasonable suspicion' mean as defined in the text?

"A suspicion that has some factual foundation in observed circumstances interpreted in light of an individual’s knowledge and experience" (B) Signup and view all the answers

"Status Offense" refers to:

"Conduct that would not be a crime if committed by an adult" (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided information, what is meant by 'probable cause'?

Where facts and circumstances within law enforcement officers' knowledge are sufficient to warrant a person of reasonable caution in the belief that an offense has been or is being committed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'juvenile delinquent' as per the information provided?

A juvenile who has been charged with conduct under law to be an offense but has not been found guilty of a criminal act by a judge. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Police Explorer Program?

An educational program designed for juveniles interested in learning about policing (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the JUVENILE FIRST OFFENDER (JFO) PROGRAM?

To divert juveniles from the juvenile justice system into a sanction-based model (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Protective Custody' as per the text?

Placing a person in an area separated from others for their personal safety and/or the safety of others (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Reasonable Suspicion' as explained in the text?

A suspicion based on factual foundation and individual's knowledge and experience (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Status Offense' refer to according to the text?

Conduct that would not be a crime if committed by an adult (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the TRUANCY INTERDICTION program?

Implementing a zero-tolerance truancy policy to prevent juvenile delinquency (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Probable Cause' as defined in the text?

Sufficient facts and circumstances to warrant belief that an offense has been or is being committed (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Diversion' in the context of the text?

'A method for releasing juveniles without charges after evaluating all circumstances involved in the offense' (D) Signup and view all the answers