Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Ohio
A juvenile commits a felony but is not arrested for the crime until after he has reached the age of 21 years. Which court has jurisdiction to hear the charges � juvenile or adult court?
Asked on 4/06/13, 11:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Jacobs
Jacobs & Lowder
It would be tried in Juvenile court at first. Then if it was a violent offense the court could conduct a hearing to determine whether to try the defendant as an adult.
Answered on 4/07/13, 8:16 am
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