Form JC86 Order After First-Phase Hearing to Waive Jurisdiction (Delinquency Proceedings) - Michigan

What Is Form JC86?

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

FAQ

Q: What is Form JC86?A: Form JC86 is an Order After First-Phase Hearing to Waive Jurisdiction specific to delinquency proceedings in Michigan.

Q: What is the purpose of Form JC86?A: The purpose of Form JC86 is to request the court to waive its jurisdiction over a juvenile in delinquency proceedings.

Q: What is a first-phase hearing?A: A first-phase hearing is an initial court proceeding to determine whether a child should be found delinquent and the court should exercise jurisdiction.

Q: When should Form JC86 be used?A: Form JC86 should be used when a decision is made during the first-phase hearing to waive the court's jurisdiction.

Q: Who is involved in the first-phase hearing?A: The judge, the juvenile, the juvenile's attorney, the prosecutor, and any necessary witnesses are typically involved in the first-phase hearing.

Q: Can a juvenile request the court to waive jurisdiction?A: Yes, a juvenile can request the court to waive jurisdiction by filing Form JC86 and providing relevant reasons for the request.

Q: What happens after the court waives its jurisdiction?A: After the court waives its jurisdiction, the case may be transferred to another court, such as the adult criminal court, depending on the circumstances.

Q: Who should complete Form JC86?A: Typically, the juvenile's attorney or the juvenile themselves, with the assistance of their attorney, should complete Form JC86.