Who is responsible for costs and travel arrangements for returning a juvenile?
The home/demanding state is responsible for costs of transportation and for making travel arrangements.
How many days can a juvenile be held in a secure facility before a hearing?
Juveniles who are detained while a non-voluntary return is pending may be held for a maximum of 90 calendar days.
If a home/demanding/sending state is required to return a juvenile and fails to do so within ten (10) business days, a judicial hearing shall be provided in the holding state to hear the grounds for the juvenile’s detention.
At the hearing, the court determines whether the grounds submitted justify the continued detention of the juvenile.
Under what circumstances must a juvenile be returned using ICJ processes?
ICJ returns are generally required when a juvenile from another state is detained, including:
- non-delinquent youths and status offenders who runaway;
- accused delinquents and status offenders;
- delinquent juveniles who escape, abscond, or flee to another state; and
- juveniles under Compact supervision whether the transfer of supervision has failed.
Where can I get more information about victim services in my area?
Access the Office for Victims of Crime’s “Directory of Crime Victim Services” database to locate non-emergency crime victim services. The interactive U.S. Resource Map of Crime Victim Services and Information provides information on local resources and agencies. In addition, SAVIN (Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification) offers a searchable map for victim services.
What is “victim notification”?
As a victim, you have the right to receive notification when a juvenile moves or, in some cases, travels out-of-state. The supervising officer in the state where the juvenile lives is responsible for any victim notification requirements. It is important to maintain contact to minimize a delay in notification.
What are my rights as a victim?
Victims have the right to:
What are the reporting requirements for juveniles?
Reporting requirements vary by state. The juvenile must comply with victim notification laws and policies of the state in which they were adjudicated (sending state), even if they relocate or travel to another state.
What should I do if my child has to go to the doctor in another state?
If the out-of-state visit is less than 24 hours, a travel permit is not required by the Compact. However, you may need to discuss the visit with your child’s probation or parole officer to ensure you comply with other terms and conditions.
How do we handle restitution payments if my child transfers out-of-state?
You/your child are still responsible for restitution and court fines, payable directly the court or agency in the sending state.
What are the sex offender reporting and/or registration requirements in the new state?
Reporting requirements vary by state. The state in which your child will reside will communicate reporting and/or registration requirements to the juvenile’s probation or parole officer in the sending state. The juvenile’s probation/parole officer will provide reporting instructions and/or registration requirements to you and your