Indiana Code - Family Law and Juvenile Law - Title 31, Section 31-37-8-4

Advisement required for child interview

Sec. 4. If a child interview occurs, the intake officer shall advise
the child and the child's parent, guardian, or custodian of the
following:
(1) The nature of the allegations against the child.
(2) That the intake officer is conducting a preliminary inquiry
to assist the prosecuting attorney in determining whether a
petition should be filed alleging that the child is a delinquent
child.
(3) That the intake officer will recommend whether to:
(A) file a petition;

(B) informally adjust the case;
(C) refer the child to another agency; or
(D) dismiss the case.
(4) That the child has a right to remain silent.
(5) That anything the child says may be used against the child
in subsequent judicial proceedings.
(6) That the child has a right to consult with an attorney before
the child talks with the intake officer.
(7) That the child has a right to stop at any time and consult
with an attorney.
(8) That the child has a right to stop talking with the intake
officer at any time.
(9) That if the child cannot afford an attorney, the court will
appoint an attorney for the child.

As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.20.

Last modified: May 24, 2006