The Dakota County Attorney's Office is responsible for prosecuting all crimes committed by juveniles that happen in Dakota County. Find answers to some common questions on the attached brochure.
- A juvenile is charged with a crime. What happens next?
- Why are many offenders not held in detention centers after they have been arrested and charged?
- Will the case go to trial?
- Are juvenile court hearings confidential or can you attend?
- What happens if the juvenile admits (pleads guilty) to the crime?
- When might a juvenile be considered extended jurisdiction or be prosecuted as an adult?
- How can victims be compensated for their loss?