This is an official California Judicial Counsel approved form, a Juvenile Court Fitness Hearing Order document for use in California courts. Complete the form by filling in the blanks as appropriate. USLF control no. CA-JV-710
The Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Order, as defined in Welfare and Institution Code Section 707, is a legal process that pertains to fitness hearings for juveniles within the Contra Costa County jurisdiction. This order outlines the procedures and criteria used to determine whether a juvenile offender should be tried as an adult based on their alleged offense and potential threat to society. Under Welfare and Institution Code Section 707, there are several types of Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Orders, each classified according to specific circumstances and factors listed within the Code: 1. Offenses Involving Great Bodily Injury or Sexual Assault: If a juvenile aged 14 years or older is accused of committing a severe offense involving great bodily injury or sexual assault, the court may consider their fitness for adult criminal proceedings. Examples of such offenses may include homicide, robbery, forcible rape, or other crimes of a similar nature. 2. Previous Felony Convictions: In cases where a juvenile has committed a felony offense as defined in Welfare and Institution Code Section 707(a), irrespective of the offense type, and has previously been found guilty of a felony, the court may review their fitness for adult prosecution. This provision aims to address prior criminal behavior and patterns of misconduct. 3. Gang-Related Felonies: This category pertains to offenses committed by a juvenile that is a known member of a criminal street gang. If the offense involves a felony or an attempt to commit a felony, the court may evaluate whether the juvenile should be treated as an adult in consideration of public safety concerns and potential gang-related activities. 4. Assault on a Peace Officer or Firefighter: In situations where a juvenile aged 14 years or older commits an offense involving the assault of a peace officer or firefighter, the court may examine their fitness to stand trial as an adult. This provision highlights the gravity of such acts and the potential threat they pose to law enforcement and public safety. 5. Personal Use of a Firearm: If a juvenile aged 14 years or older is accused of committing a felony offense involving the personal use of a firearm, the court may assess their fitness for adult adjudication. This provision recognizes the enhanced danger associated with offenses involving firearms and aims to safeguard the community from potential harm. It is important to note that the Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Order — Welfare and Institution Code Section 707 only applies to specific circumstances, ensuring fairness and appropriate judicial consideration for juveniles accused of more severe offenses. The purpose of these orders is to balance the rehabilitation needs of the juvenile with community safety and accountability.The Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Order, as defined in Welfare and Institution Code Section 707, is a legal process that pertains to fitness hearings for juveniles within the Contra Costa County jurisdiction. This order outlines the procedures and criteria used to determine whether a juvenile offender should be tried as an adult based on their alleged offense and potential threat to society. Under Welfare and Institution Code Section 707, there are several types of Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Orders, each classified according to specific circumstances and factors listed within the Code: 1. Offenses Involving Great Bodily Injury or Sexual Assault: If a juvenile aged 14 years or older is accused of committing a severe offense involving great bodily injury or sexual assault, the court may consider their fitness for adult criminal proceedings. Examples of such offenses may include homicide, robbery, forcible rape, or other crimes of a similar nature. 2. Previous Felony Convictions: In cases where a juvenile has committed a felony offense as defined in Welfare and Institution Code Section 707(a), irrespective of the offense type, and has previously been found guilty of a felony, the court may review their fitness for adult prosecution. This provision aims to address prior criminal behavior and patterns of misconduct. 3. Gang-Related Felonies: This category pertains to offenses committed by a juvenile that is a known member of a criminal street gang. If the offense involves a felony or an attempt to commit a felony, the court may evaluate whether the juvenile should be treated as an adult in consideration of public safety concerns and potential gang-related activities. 4. Assault on a Peace Officer or Firefighter: In situations where a juvenile aged 14 years or older commits an offense involving the assault of a peace officer or firefighter, the court may examine their fitness to stand trial as an adult. This provision highlights the gravity of such acts and the potential threat they pose to law enforcement and public safety. 5. Personal Use of a Firearm: If a juvenile aged 14 years or older is accused of committing a felony offense involving the personal use of a firearm, the court may assess their fitness for adult adjudication. This provision recognizes the enhanced danger associated with offenses involving firearms and aims to safeguard the community from potential harm. It is important to note that the Contra Costa California Juvenile Fitness Hearing Order — Welfare and Institution Code Section 707 only applies to specific circumstances, ensuring fairness and appropriate judicial consideration for juveniles accused of more severe offenses. The purpose of these orders is to balance the rehabilitation needs of the juvenile with community safety and accountability.
