(1) For cases arising under this chapter, the state attorney shall represent the state.
(2) A juvenile who has been adjudicated delinquent or has adjudication of delinquency withheld shall be assessed costs of prosecution as provided in s. 938.27.
History.—s. 2, ch. 92-170; s. 13, ch. 94-209; s. 1334, ch. 95-147; s. 2, ch. 97-101; s. 10, ch. 97-238; s. 6, ch. 2006-120; s. 3, ch. 2013-112.
Note.—Former s. 39.014; s. 985.202.
Structure Florida Statutes
Title XLVII - Criminal Procedure and Corrections
Chapter 985 - Juvenile Justice; Interstate Compact on Juveniles
Part I - General Provisions (Ss. 985.01-985.039)
985.02 - Legislative intent for the juvenile justice system.
985.031 - Age limitation; exception.
985.032 - Legal representation for delinquency cases.
985.036 - Rights of victims; juvenile proceedings.
985.037 - Punishment for contempt of court; alternative sanctions.