Juvenile detention records (GRS-2508)

Description

These files document detention records for youths over the age of 10 and under 21 years of age who have been placed in juvenile detention facilities for care and services. Juvenile detention records are kept for three years after the detainee's 18th birthday unless expungement of the record is ordered by the Juvenile Court. Records of juveniles 21 years of age or older are destroyed. Information includes name, birthdate, birthplace, court actions, criminal histories, fingerprints, education, psychological and psychiatric information, medical information, and victim information.

Retention and Disposition

Retain for 21 years after date of birth, and then destroy records.

Appraisal Value

These records have administrative value(s).

Appraisal