(10): Dispositional Hearing If the juvenile pleads guilty or is found guilty by a Judge or a Jury, an investigation will be conducted to attempt to determine why the juvenile committed the crime and what will be done in order to avoid future offenses. The Judge determines the sentence to be imposed. The Judge may consider different alternatives, such as: probation, community service, drug or alcohol treatment, foster care placement, or other out of home placement. The Judge may also order the juvenile to make restitution and/or write an apology letter to victims who have suffered physical, financial, or emotional harm.

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Dispositional Review Hearings This is a hearing to review a juvenile's progress and compliance with a disposition order. Hearings are conducted at least every 6 months, but may be held more often if necessary.

(12) Probation Violation Hearings When a juvenile fails to abide by the terms and conditions of probation, then a motion is filed with the court stating the allegations and a hearing is scheduled. Violations may include failing grades, missing curfew, contacting the victim, and /or new criminal activity.A juvenile may be placed out of home until the hearing. Depending on the severity of the violation, the history of the juvenile's case and the likelihood of rehabilitation, the juvenile may be placed at a secure detention facility for up to one year.

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