Most of us have had the experience of submitting to a criminal background check for employment. If you have a record for a juvenile offense, these records are sealed as a general rule, but only if you petition with the court to have it sealed. Perhaps you were unaware of this, and now, it’s causing problems in your life that you didn’t anticipate. Alternatively, maybe you are seeking monetary damages for physical and/or sexual abuse while you were in the juvenile justice system. Whatever the reason, the subject of how to access your file as a juvenile inmate brings up some important questions:
- What kinds of agencies or companies have access to private records like my file from the juvenile court?
- If I was a minor at the time of the offense, will my conviction count against me?
- Do I have to pay to get those records?
- Can my lawyer get those records on my behalf, or do I have to order them myself?
Normandie Law Firm is dedicated to helping people obtain justice and move forward in a positive direction. We know how difficult that can be when a record from your childhood is holding you back from reaching your goals. If you need help getting a juvenile detention record from LA County, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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What is Included in a Juvenile Court Record?
Juvenile records in California provide an official account of the judicial process, which refers to a wide variety of information. The information may be worded differently based on the county court system’s procedures and how the case was handled. But all juvenile records contain the following:
- Identifying data for the minor and the parents or guardians – full names, address, age, etc.
- The alleged violation and the details of the incident
- Details of the arrest and intake reports
- Relevant details concerning the minor’s social history
- Details of past offenses, if any
- Mental health evaluation reports
- The judge’s decision, i.e., detention, probation, fines, etc.
- Court memorandums and notices
- Diversion programs to help with rehabilitation, such as counseling, school courses, and foster care.
- If applicable, revision of the original verdict from the appellate court
How Do I Get a Copy of a Juvenile Record from LA County?
To obtain a copy of your juvenile record, you must download and complete form JUV 010 and email it as an attachment to juvenilerecordsrequest@probation.lacounty.gov. Juvenile records in California can only be obtained by a limited number of people, which include court and law enforcement officials, the minor who is the subject of the record, their parents or legal guardians, and an attorney that’s representing an authorized individual.
One issue that confuses people is how much it will cost to obtain an LA County juvenile justice record. This is not mentioned at all on the Access to Juvenile Records Form (JUV 010), but yes, there is a fee for the court to release these records. In the next section, we will talk about the fees that are involved and how you will be charged for the cost of a juvenile record by the LA County court system.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a Juvenile Hall Record?
For all juvenile records requested after July 1, 2016, the county charges a fee that’s based on how long it takes to locate and process the information. Please note that these records are stored at a different site from the juvenile court house, and this is why there is a retrieval and administrative fee. For each 15 minute increment, you are billed $24.39, but you will be provided with an estimate before the processing begins. This will give you a chance to sign off on the agreement to pay the estimated fee or a negotiated amount with the court system. Once payment is received in the form of check or money order, the Juvenile Dependency Court will obtain and prepare your record.
Can my Lawyer Get a Copy of my Juvenile Record?
Yes, your lawyer is one of the authorized individuals who can ask for a copy of your juvenile detention record. This is a common practice among former inmates who are seeking to have their records sealed, suing for restitution for abuse at a juvenile detention center, or another type of legal proceeding where information from a juvenile record can serve as evidence. In fact, it’s best to leave this in the hands of an experienced juvenile inmate attorney, who has done this for many other clients. As a result, they know exactly what to do and what problems to avoid that can cause delays in your case.
Our legal team is ready if you need help getting a juvenile offense record from the LA County Probation Department. Contact our office 24-7 and ask for help from a juvenile law attorney.
Contact Our Law Firm
Our attorneys are ready to offer advice and guide you through the legal system if you or your child is in need of a juvenile court record. We can also help you with file a lawsuit if your rights were violated and fight to bring you the highest possible settlement from LA County or any other entity. If you are eligible for monetary damages, all legal fees are paid by the defendant at the same time they issue your settlement check. We don’t get paid any other way, so you will never pay out of pocket when you choose Normandie Law Firm to represent you.
Please contact us today and schedule a free case review to learn about your rights and legal options.
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