This is an official California Judicial Counsel approved form, a Promise to Appear-Juvenile (Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 629)document for use in California courts. Complete the form by filling in the blanks as appropriate. USLF control no. CA-JV-635
Long Beach California Promise to Appear Juvenileil— - Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 629, is a legal provision in the state of California that pertains specifically to juvenile defendants who have been issued a citation or arrest for an offense. This section outlines the requirements and obligations for juveniles who have made a promise to appear in court at a specified date and time. Under this section, when a juvenile receives a citation or is arrested, they are given a written promise to appear in court instead of being taken into custody or detained. The purpose of this provision is to provide an alternative to detention and to allow for the efficient processing of juvenile cases. The Long Beach California Promise to Appear Juvenileil— - Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 629, requires that the juvenile and their parents or legal guardians sign the promise to appear document, acknowledging the obligation to appear in court. This ensures that the juvenile and their parents are aware of their legal responsibilities during the court proceedings. Once the promise to appear is signed, the juvenile must comply with the court's order and appear at the specified date and time. Failure to appear can result in serious consequences, including the issuance of a warrant for the arrest of the juvenile, fines, and sanctions. It is crucial for juveniles and their parents to take the promise to appear seriously and fulfill their obligations in order to avoid further legal complications. Different types of Long Beach California Promise to Appear Juvenileil— - Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 629, may include variations in specific court procedures and requirements based on the nature of the offense, the age of the juvenile, and other relevant factors. It is advisable for juveniles and their parents to consult with legal professionals familiar with juvenile law to ensure a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities under this provision. Keywords: Long Beach California Promise to Appear, Juvenile, Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 629, legal provision, citation, arrest, court, promise to appear, alternative to detention, juvenile defendants, written document, court proceedings, obligations, parents or legal guardians, court order, failure to appear, consequences, warrant, fines, sanctions, legal complications, variations, offense type, age, consultation, legal professionals, understanding, rights, responsibilities.
