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Definition: The process by which the State Attorney can file criminal charges against a juvenile directly in adult court, bypassing the juvenile system. Available for children 14+ charged with certain serious felonies.
Category: Juvenile Law · Statute: F.S. 985.557 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Direct File (Juvenile) in Florida
The process by which the State Attorney can file criminal charges against a juvenile directly in adult court, bypassing the juvenile system. Available for children 14+ charged with certain serious felonies.
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