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Juvenile Delinquency

In juvenile delinquency cases, a child (less than 18 years old) is alleged to have broken a law ranging from being out past curfew to a charge of murder. Special court procedures have been created to deal with children who break the law that are separate from the adult criminal process. Most Juvenile Court delinquency cases are not open to the public, except for serious crimes committed by children over the age of 16. Juvenile Court judges and staff work with other government agencies and community organizations to develop programs that help to ensure a safe and healthy environment for juveniles.

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Law & Rules on Juvenile Delinquency

The following is a list of some of the laws and rules that pertain to juvenile delinquency and child protection in Minnesota. See also Laws, Rules & Legal Research.
  • Minn. Stat. ch. 260 Juveniles
  • Minn. Stat. ch. 260A Truancy
  • Minn. Stat. ch. 260B Delinquency
  • Minn. Stat. ch. 260C Child Protection
  • Minn. Stat. § 260B.225 Juvenile Traffic Offender
  • MN Rules of Juvenile Procedure
You can get more help with your legal research at Law Libraries throughout Minnesota. County law libraries are open to the public, but hours will vary.

We strongly encourage you to talk with a lawyer about how the laws and rules may affect your case.


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Room G25
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