This course is designed for new and experienced law enforcement officers, as well as newly-assigned juvenile officers. Students will examine and discuss the latest changes to the Juvenile Court Act, Chapter 705, Articles I and V, Delinquency Provisions, along with recent court cases directing law enforcement in conducting proper interrogations and interviews while guaranteeing minors’ rights.
Topics to be examined include:
- Law enforcement interrogation skills
- Juvenile Court Act, Chapter 705, Delinquency Provisions, Article V
- Comprehensive examination of juvenile rights
- Chapter 704 and Illinois Detention Law, PA 85-1443
- Recent revisions of the Juvenile Court Act, Chapter 705
- Responsibilities of arresting police officers and juvenile officers
- Recent Court decisions affecting the implementation of the Juvenile Court Act
- Chronic truants
- Station adjustments
- Parental rights and responsibilities
