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Juvenile Delinquency

Juvenile Delinquency Court - Introduction
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NOTE: This website doesn’t give legal advice. It isn’t a court. This is only general information. We cannot help you fill out or file your court forms. Talk to a lawyer for help.

This section tells you about the Juvenile Delinquency Court in Santa Clara County, including:

• What is Juvenile Delinquency Court?
• Where is Juvenile Delinquency Court?
• Special courts for minors
• Special programs for minors who are released
• Detention facilities for minors who are locked up
• Who participates in a Juvenile Delinquency case?
• Rules and forms for Juvenile Delinquency cases
• Links and resources to get help for a juvenile delinquency case

For a quick reference, read Your Child and the Juvenile Justice System, a brochure that helps explain what happens if your child gets into trouble with the police or gets arrested.