Who is entitled to immediate release when a juvenile is placed in an unapproved detention facility?

• A. The juvenile.
• B. The parent.
• C. The police.
• D. The judge.

Answer: (A)

When a juvenile is placed in a detention facility that hasn’t been approved, the immediate remedy is to restore the juvenile’s liberty by releasing them right away. The rule is in place to prevent unlawful confinement in an unapproved setting and to prompt moving the juvenile to an approved facility or back into the custody of a parent or guardian. The key point is that the juvenile’s immediate release is required to protect their rights; once released, authorities can arrange for appropriate placement. While parents, police, or a judge may be involved in ongoing steps, the entitlement here is the juvenile’s right to be released without delay from the unapproved facility.