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Why is my child involved in a juvenile delinquency case?
What should I do as a parent/guardian?
What if my child is taken away from me?
What are the rights and role of victims in the juvenile court process? (PDF)
Why is my child involved in a juvenile delinquency case?
If your child is involved in a juvenile delinquency case that means he or she is accused of breaking the law.
The court can make orders that:
- Let your child live with you under court supervision; or
- Put your child in an unlocked or locked facility.
The court will consider how old your child is, how serious the crime is, and the child's criminal record if any.
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What should I do as a parent/guardian?
As a parent (or guardian) you have legal responsibilities. Talk to a lawyer for help. Click here for help finding a lawyer.
Ask the parole agent or probation officer where to get help. You can also get help from the school district, hospitals, or the mental health department.
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What if my child is taken away from me?
If your child is put in a group home, probation camp, or sent to the California Youth Authority  (CYA):
- Stay in touch with your child.
- Be supportive of the good things your child is doing.
- Understand what's going on in your child's life so you can support and protect your child when he or she returns home.
- Learn how to make your child responsible for his or her behavior.
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