§ 7B-2100. Role of the law enforcement officer.
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Law EnforcementProcedures in Delinquency Proceedings.
§ 7B‑2100. Role of thelaw enforcement officer.
A law enforcement officer whotakes a juvenile into temporary custody should select the most appropriatecourse of action to the situation, the needs of the juvenile, and theprotection of the public safety. The officer may:
(1) Release thejuvenile, with or without first counseling the juvenile;
(2) Release the juvenileto the juvenile's parent, guardian, or custodian;
(3) Refer the juvenile tocommunity resources;
(4) Seek a petition; or
(5) Seek a petition andrequest a custody order. (1979, c. 815, s. 1; 1998‑202, s. 6.)