Section 27A-15-32 - Apprehension by police officer for emergency intervention--Jail not used forcustody of minor.
27A-15-32. Apprehension by police officer for emergency intervention--Jail not used for custody of minor. A peace officer may apprehend any minor that he has probable cause to believe requires emergency intervention under the criteria in § 27A-15-30. The peace officer shall transport the minor to an appropriate regional facility other than the center. A jail may not be used for the custody of a minor. The restrictions and requirements regarding the confinement of a minor with adult detainees or patients in § 27A-15-31, shall apply. All reasonable attempts shall be made to immediately notify the parent, guardian, or other legal custodian of the apprehension and transportation of the minor.
Source: SL 1991, ch 220, § 322.