Can police interview a minor without a parent while in custdy?

Answer 1

If the question is an incriminating one then absolutely not.

Example: Did you break the window next door?

If the question isn't incriminating then yes.

Example: Did you see where the robber ran?

Answer 2

The question is too broad to be answered with a simple yes or no. Define "question" a juvenile. Is the juvenile in custody? Is the juvenile charged with anything? Is the juvenile simply being spoken to by an SRO (School Resource Officer) or during routine contact on the street. The circumstances can vary widely as does the requirement that a parent be present (if at all).

Answer 3

It is legal for a police officer to question a minor without a parent present but many will wait or ask if you prefer to have your parents with you for questioning. Also, questioning is not always a bad thing, it could simply be talking which requires no reason for a parent to be there.

Additional: As stated above - the term "question a minor" must be better defined. If the officer is simply 'talking' to or 'contacting' a juvenile, or engaging them in 'conversation' it is not considerd to be a "custodial questioning" siutation.

Under Miranda, juveniles, like adults, are required to be protected when they are considered to be suspects in an offense. Under those circumstnaces they must have a parent, guardian, advocate, or attorney present to fully protect their rights when in an accusatory stage of an investigation. Conversing with a juvenile, under anything short of that situation, is permissible.

Answer 4

no

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Yes, the police can question a minor without parents being present. However, you can refuse to answer questions without a lawyer present.

Answer 5

not without a parent or guardian gives permission, you would have the right as a minor too say " i would like to have a parent present" or " i would like to have an attorney present.

Answer 6

Well police are normal people so yes they can talk to minors.

Answer 7

Yes they can.