§14.6 Purpose

• Library: Juvenile Law Deskbook (2021 Supp.)

D. (§14.6) Purpose

Replace the first sentence in the original section with the following:

The provisions in the law allowing for prosecution of juveniles under the general criminal law reflect the realization that the juvenile system is not appropriate for every person between the ages of 12 and 18 years who has committed an offense.

Add the following sentence to the last paragraph in the original section:

Dismissal “provisions represent an...