Juvenile - Misdemeanor (Non-Traffic)
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What is the primary responsibility of the Douglas County Attorney’s Office - Juvenile Division?

  • To document incidents involving juveniles
  • To provide alternative methods to alter delinquent behavior
  • To determine the course of action for a juvenile's case (correct)
  • To detain juveniles
  • At what age is a suspect no longer considered a juvenile for criminal prosecution purposes?

  • 18 years old (correct)
  • 16 years old
  • 25 years old
  • 21 years old
  • What is the purpose of the Douglas County Attorney’s Office - Juvenile Division valuing input from officers?

  • To detain juveniles
  • To seek alternative methods to alter the juvenile's delinquent behavior (correct)
  • To determine the age of a suspect
  • To document incidents involving juveniles
  • Which age group does the Omaha Police Department's 'Juvenile – Ages Ten (10) and Younger' policy apply to?

    <p>10 years old and younger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if they have additional information that would aid in diverting the offender from delinquent behavior?

    <p>Report the information to the Douglas County Attorney’s Office - Juvenile Division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action will officers take if a juvenile suspect is between 11 and 17 years old?

    <p>Advise the victim that the case has been referred to the Douglas County Attorney’s Office - Juvenile Division for formal review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of officers in the juvenile court process?

    <p>To take appropriate law enforcement action as is appropriate to the circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Douglas County Attorney’s Office - Juvenile Division in this policy?

    <p>To formally review and dispose of misdemeanor cases involving juveniles between 11 and 17 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can interested parties obtain further information regarding a juvenile's case?

    <p>402-444-7051</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome for a juvenile suspect under 11 years old?

    <p>The suspect is handled in accordance with State Statute based on their age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why will officers not advise victims of the outcome for juvenile suspects under 11 years old?

    <p>Because the suspect is being handled in accordance with State Statute based on their age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Omaha Police Department's policy on juvenile referrals?

    <p>To provide a clear procedure for officers to follow when dealing with juvenile suspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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