What happens when charges are filed against a child?
A probation officer initiates a court investigation.

After making a detailed assessment of the child’s behavior, home, school and social relationships, the officer writes a social history report to assist the judge in deciding on a plan for the child’s future.

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1. What happens when charges are filed against a child?
2. What happens when a child goes to court?
3. What can the Judge decide?
4. How can I contact the juvenile probation department in my area?