The Florida Juvenile Probation Officer (JPO) will initiate the intake process by reviewing a copy of the charging report from the officer that made the arrest or the clerk of the court. JPO then contacts the child and parent or guardian(s) to request additional biographical information about the child, including family history, outside activities, and school records.
As a Juvenile Defense Attorney I can assist the family in providing this information and presenting all favorable biographical information and mitigating factors to the JPO. The information gathered during the intake process will be used by the JPO to make a recommendation to the court about how the charges against the juvenile should be resolved. Contact me today so we can discuss the details of your child's case and best strategies to fight the charge.
The JPO's report and recommendation will address the type of offense charged, the risk to the community, the wishes of the alleged victims, and the needs of the child. The intake report and recommendation is then forwarded to the State Attorney's Office.