Does my child have to be represented by an attorney for court hearings?
Yes. The only exception is the initial detention hearing. You may hire an attorney to represent your child at juvenile court hearings. If you can’t afford an attorney, you may apply for a court-appointed one. This can be done through the Juvenile Probation Office.

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1. What happens if my child is taken into custody or placed in detention?
2. What happens after placement in detention?
3. Does my child have to be represented by an attorney for court hearings?
4. May a police officer question a juvenile without parental permission?
5. Can a juvenile be fingerprinted and photographed without parental permission?
6. If I have a complaint, to whom may I speak with?