This section of Pennsylvania law outlines the rights and procedures related to juvenile matters, including the right to counsel during proceedings, departmental regulations, jurisdictional authority, and immunity provisions for good faith conduct. It emphasizes the importance of legal representation for juveniles and details the roles of various entities involved in juvenile justice. Additionally, it specifies the jurisdictional boundaries and immunity protections for certain officials and organizations acting in good faith.
A juvenile has the right to assistance of counsel at each proceeding conducted under Pennsylvania juvenile law.
The court of common pleas for the county that entered the order for commitment has jurisdiction over juvenile delinquency proceedings.
Members of the board, department, county probation departments, and providers of involuntary outpatient treatment are immune from liability for good faith conduct.
The department adopts regulations in consultation with juvenile court judges and the juvenile court board to ensure proper implementation of juvenile justice laws.