Section 811.3 – Definitions

In this Chapter:(1) “Victim” means a person against whom an offense that is a felony-grade delinquent act has been committed.(2) “Victim’s family” means a spouse, parent, child, stepchild, sibling, or legal representative of the victim,...

Section 811 – When jeopardy begins

When a child enters a denial to the petition, jeopardy begins when the first witness is sworn at the adjudication hearing. When he enters an admission to the petition, jeopardy begins when a valid disposition is made the judgment of the court.La. Ch.C. ยง 811Acts 1991,...

Section 810 – Waiver of right to counsel

A. The court may allow a child to waive the assistance of counsel if the court determines that all of the following exists: (1) The child has consulted with an attorney, parent, or, if no parent, a caretaker as defined in Children’s Code Article 728.(2) That...

Section 809 – Right to counsel

A. At every stage of proceedings under this Title, the accused child shall be entitled to the assistance of counsel at state expense. The court shall appoint counsel or refer the child for representation by the district public defender.B. If a parent secures the...