If there are no certified place of detention in the county, the designated place of detention may be in another county. True or False?

If there are no certified place of detention in the county, the designated place of detention may be in another county. True or False?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only with judge's approval
• D. Not allowed

Answer: (A)

When there is no certified place of detention in the county, the law allows designating a detention facility in another county. This ensures there is a secure, approved place to hold a juvenile during processing, intake, or transfer, so detention isn’t delayed by local facility shortages. The arrangement is a legitimate option to safeguard the juvenile’s safety and ensure proper custody, and it is arranged through the court's order with the chosen certified facility following applicable standards and procedures.

When there is no certified place of detention in the county, the law allows designating a detention facility in another county. This ensures there is a secure, approved place to hold a juvenile during processing, intake, or transfer, so detention isn’t delayed by local facility shortages. The arrangement is a legitimate option to safeguard the juvenile’s safety and ensure proper custody, and it is arranged through the court's order with the chosen certified facility following applicable standards and procedures.