The Chief District Court Judge and Juvenile Court

Questions to Ask Rules Forms Time Limits Orders Expectations

Specific Statutes Distinguish among: Delegation of authority to order secure or nonsecure custody abuse/neglect/dependency cases delinquency/undisciplined cases Magistrate’s authority when petitions filed in emergencies Use of telephonic communication

Juvenile Records & Confidentiality Authority in individual cases Scope of permissible administrative orders Procedure for responding to requests for access to records

Abortion Consent Waiver How are calls directed? Who is trained/available to help minor? How are attorneys & GALs appointed? Who conducts hearings? Where are hearings held? Are hearings expedited? Is confidentiality protected? Are translators available?

How is Juvenile Court in your district perceived by: The public Juveniles Parents Attorneys Agencies and schools Law enforcement Witnesses

Are judges in your district participating in Community Child Protection Teams? Juvenile Crime Prevention Councils? Opportunities to educate the public about juvenile court? Does the role of the district court judge extend beyond the courtroom?

If you read the Purpose Statements in the Juvenile Code, would you think: “Yes, we are accomplishing those things in our district.”?