Chapter 260B — Delinquency

15.001 Application of Laws 2005, Chapter 56, Terminology Changes State agencies must use updated terminology from a 2005 law when they replace printed materials and signs. 260B.0001 This section is a cross-reference placeholder within the juvenile delinquency chapter. 260B.001 Title, Intent, and Construction This law sets out the purpose of Minnesota's juvenile delinquency system: to protect public safety while helping young … 260B.002 Policy on Disproportionate Minority Contact Minnesota must work to reduce unfair racial differences in how youth enter and move through the juvenile justice system. 260B.005 Scope of Victim Rights Crime victims have rights in juvenile delinquency cases, as listed in the state's crime victim rights chapter. 260B.007 Definitions This section defines key terms used in the juvenile delinquency law, such as 'child,' 'delinquent child,' and 'juvenile … 260B.008 Use of Restraints Children in juvenile court may not be placed in physical restraints unless specific safety conditions are met. 260B.009 Dna Collection; Parental Consent, Court Order, or Warrant Required Police cannot collect DNA from a child without a parent's consent, a court order, or a search warrant. 260B.050 Expert Assistance A child in juvenile court who cannot afford an expert witness can ask the court to appoint and pay for one. 260B.060 County Home Schools Counties may establish home schools to provide education, training, and care for children placed there by the court. 260B.070 Existing Home Schools Continued County home schools that existed before this law was passed may continue to operate under these rules. 260B.080 Detention Homes Counties may set up detention homes to hold juveniles temporarily while their court cases are pending. 260B.101 Jurisdiction Juvenile court has authority over children under 18 who are accused of breaking the law, with some exceptions for older … 260B.103 Transfers From Other Courts If a juvenile case is filed in the wrong court, it must be transferred to the correct juvenile court. 260B.105 Venue A juvenile delinquency case is usually filed in the county where the child lives or where the offense happened. 260B.125 Certification In serious cases, a juvenile aged 14 or older may be certified to stand trial as an adult in criminal court. 260B.130 Extended Jurisdiction Juvenile Prosecutions Extended jurisdiction juvenile (EJJ) prosecution gives a young offender both a juvenile and a stayed adult sentence. 260B.141 Petition A juvenile delinquency case begins when the county attorney files a petition describing the charges against the child. 260B.143 Procedure; Juvenile Petty and Misdemeanor Offenders Juvenile petty offenders and misdemeanor cases follow simplified procedures, including possible diversion programs. 260B.151 Summons; Notice The court must send a summons to the child and parents telling them when and where to appear for a hearing. 260B.152 Service of Summons, Notice Summons and notices in juvenile cases must be served on the child and parents, usually by personal delivery or mail. 260B.154 Failure to Obey Summons or Subpoena; Contempt, Arrest If a parent or witness ignores a summons or subpoena in a juvenile case, the court can hold them in contempt or issue an … 260B.157 Investigation; Physical and Mental Examination The court may order investigations and mental health or physical exams to help decide a juvenile case. 260B.159 Classification System for Juvenile Offenders Minnesota must develop a system to classify juvenile offenders based on risk and needs to guide placement decisions. 260B.163 Hearing Juvenile hearings are generally closed to the public, and the child has a right to a lawyer and to present evidence. 260B.168 Compliance With Indian Child Welfare Act Juvenile delinquency cases involving American Indian children must follow the federal Indian Child Welfare Act. 260B.171 Records Juvenile court records are generally private, but certain serious offenses may be made public. 260B.173 This section has been repealed or relocated within the juvenile delinquency chapter. 260B.175 Taking Child Into Custody A police officer may take a child into custody without a warrant if there is reason to believe the child committed a … 260B.1755 Alternative to Arrest of Certain Juvenile Offenders Authorized Officers may issue a citation instead of arresting a juvenile for certain offenses, similar to a traffic ticket. 260B.176 Release or Detention After a child is taken into custody, the court must decide whether to release or detain the child pending trial. 260B.178 Detention Hearing A detained juvenile must receive a hearing within 36 hours to decide if continued detention is justified. 260B.181 Place of Temporary Custody; Shelter Care Facility Children awaiting court hearings may be placed in shelter care facilities rather than secure detention. 260B.185 Extension of Detention Period A juvenile's detention period may be extended if the court finds good cause, such as pending evaluations. 260B.188 Children in Custody; Responsibility for Medical Care When a child is in state or county custody, the responsible agency must provide necessary medical care. 260B.193 Dispositions; General Provisions After a child is found delinquent, the court chooses a disposition (sentence) from several options, including probation … 260B.198 Dispositions; Delinquent Child The court has many sentencing options for delinquent children, including counseling, community service, fines, … 260B.199 Placement of Juvenile Offenders at Minnesota Correctional Facility-red Wing Certain juvenile offenders may be placed at the Red Wing correctional facility based on the severity of their offense. 260B.201 Mandatory Commitment to Commissioner of Corrections Juveniles who commit certain serious felonies must be committed to the Commissioner of Corrections. 260B.225 Juvenile Traffic Offender; Procedures; Dispositions Juveniles who commit traffic offenses are handled through special procedures, which can include license suspension and … 260B.235 Petty Offenders; Procedures; Dispositions Juvenile petty offenders face simplified court procedures and lighter penalties, such as community service or fines. 260B.240 County Responsibility for Transitional Services Plans Counties must create a plan to help juvenile offenders transition back to the community when they leave placement. 260B.241 This section has been repealed or relocated within the juvenile delinquency chapter. 260B.245 Effect of Juvenile Court Proceedings A juvenile court finding of delinquency is not a criminal conviction and generally cannot be used against the child … 260B.255 Juvenile Court Disposition Bars Criminal Proceeding If a child has already been dealt with in juvenile court for an offense, the state cannot also prosecute the child as an … 260B.331 Costs of Care Parents are generally responsible for paying the costs of care when their child is placed out of the home by the court. 260B.335 Civil Jurisdiction Over Persons Contributing to Delinquency or Status as a Juvenile Petty Offender An adult who encourages a child to break the law can be brought to juvenile court and ordered to pay for damages or get … 260B.411 New Evidence If new evidence is discovered after a juvenile case is decided, the court may reopen the case. 260B.415 Appeal A child or parent may appeal a juvenile court decision to the Minnesota Court of Appeals. 260B.421 Contempt Anyone who violates a juvenile court order may be held in contempt of court. 260B.425 Criminal Jurisdiction for Contributing to Status as a Juvenile Petty Offender or Delinquency It is a crime for an adult to encourage or contribute to a child becoming delinquent or a petty offender. 260B.441 Cost, Payment The court may order payment of costs in juvenile proceedings, including witness fees and other expenses. 260B.446 Distribution of Funds Recovered for Assistance Furnished Money recovered for care provided to a juvenile is split between the county and state based on who paid.