Idaho Code 20-523 – Screening Teams to Provide Assistance to Court
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Terms Used In Idaho Code 20-523
- Court: means any district court within the state of Idaho or magistrate division thereof. See Idaho Code 20-502
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
- Screening: means a brief process, typically using a validated tool to identify juveniles who warrant immediate attention, intervention, or a more comprehensive assessment. See Idaho Code 20-502
In order to provide assistance to a court in making a disposition pursuant to section 20-520, Idaho Code, a screening team composed of a county probation officer or other investigation officer or agency designated by the court may meet and provide a written recommendation delineating options to the court for disposition of the case pursuant to this chapter.