Form JV-642 Initial Appearance Hearing - Juvenile Delinquency - California

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Form JV-642 Initial Appearance Hearing - Juvenile Delinquency - California

What Is Form JV-642?

This is a legal form that was released by the California Superior Court - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a JV-642 form?
A: The JV-642 form is used for an initial appearance hearing in juvenile delinquency cases in California.

Q: What is an initial appearance hearing?
A: An initial appearance hearing is the first court hearing in a juvenile delinquency case where the juvenile defendant is presented before the judge.

Q: What happens at an initial appearance hearing?
A: At an initial appearance hearing, the charges against the juvenile are read, the rights of the juvenile are explained, and the judge determines if the juvenile should be detained or released pending further proceedings.

Q: Who attends an initial appearance hearing?
A: The juvenile defendant, their parents or guardians, the prosecutor, the defense attorney, and the judge all attend an initial appearance hearing.

Q: What is the purpose of an initial appearance hearing?
A: The purpose of an initial appearance hearing is to inform the juvenile of the charges against them, ensure they understand their rights, and determine if they should be released or detained.

Q: Why is the JV-642 form important?
A: The JV-642 form is important as it documents the proceedings and decisions made during the initial appearance hearing in a juvenile delinquency case.

Q: Are there any fees or costs associated with the JV-642 form?
A: There may be fees associated with obtaining copies of the JV-642 form, but it is best to consult the court clerk's office for specific information.

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Form Details:

  • Released on May 22, 2017;
  • The latest edition provided by the California Superior Court;
  • Easy to use and ready to print;
  • Quick to customize;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;

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