SDCL § 27A-15-32: Apprehension by police officer for emergency intervention--Jail not used for custody of minor.
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- TITLE 27A. MENTALLY ILL PERSONS
- CHAPTER 27A-15. TREATMENT OF MINORS
A peace officer may apprehend any minor that he has probable cause to believe requires emergency intervention under the criteria in § 27A-15-30. The peace officer shall transport the minor to an appropriate regional facility other than the center. A jail may not be used for the custody of a minor. The restrictions and requirements regarding the confinement of a minor with adult detainees or patients in § 27A-15-31, shall apply. All reasonable attempts shall be made to immediately notify the parent, guardian, or other legal custodian of the apprehension and transportation of the minor.
Source: SL 1991, ch 220, § 322.
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