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Indiana Code Title 31. Family Law and Juvenile Law § 31-37-8-4

Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

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) file a petition and recommend that the child be referred for an assessment by a dual status assessment team as described in IC 31-41;

(C) refer the child to juvenile diversion as described in IC 31-37-8.5;

(D) refer the child to juvenile diversion as described in IC 31-37-8.5 and recommend that the child be referred for an assessment by the dual status assessment team as described in IC 31-41-1-5;

(E) informally adjust the case;

(F) informally adjust the case and recommend that the child be referred for an assessment by the dual status assessment team as described in IC 31-41-1-5;

(G) refer the child to another agency;  or

(H) 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.

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