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Ages of jurisdiction in Texas for juveniles are 10 through 16.
Most arrests usually results in a referral to this Department.
A Notice of the referral will be sent to the Parents/Guardians/Custodians.
The Department will arrange to meet with the Parents/Juvenile.
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A decision is made on how to best serve the needs of the offender.
Deferred Prosecution is determined by the Probation Department and
the juvenile is place on probation by the Probation Staff.
Court has three options regarding disposition of juvenile offenders.
Court ordered probation while remaining at home
Placement on probation outside the home
Commitment to the Texas Youth Commission
Probation may include:
Counseling
Community Service Restitution
Financial Restitution
Intensive Supervision Programs
Operation Outreach Program
Star Program
Residential Placement
Victims Assistance Program provides:
Victim Impact Kit
Application For Texas Crime Victims' Compensation from the Office of the Attorney General
Restitution Verification
Request for Notification
Explanation of your rights in the justice process and to provide you with updated information concerning the case, including court dates