As you may know by now, House Bill 834  changed the rules of original jurisdiction, specifically for 16- and 17-year-olds charged with a...

The Office of the Juvenile Defender wishes the youth defender community a wonderful Thanksgiving and holiday!   In the spirit of...

7B-1903 and 7B-1905 authorize secure custody under specific criteria.  Assuming a juvenile meets the criteria for secure custody, where...