Juvenile Interrogation & Delinquency Update

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