Juveniles who are victims in child abuse or neglect cases (300 WIC) coming to the attention of deputy personnel shall be referred to the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) as soon as possible, but definitely no later than six hours after arriving at a station/unit.
Processing of minors taken into protective custody for 300 WIC shall be as follows:
- 300 WIC juveniles, other than 300(c) juveniles, shall not be securely detained;
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NOTE:
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300(c) WIC juveniles may be securely detained at a Sheriff's station/unit in accordance with section 5-02/035.05. If such detention is not possible, 300(c) juveniles shall be referred to DCFS.
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- Juveniles held in temporary custody shall be interviewed to ascertain if they are a suicide risk (see section 5-02/100.48);
- A booking number shall not be obtained for 300 WIC juveniles;
- An Arrested Person’s Child(ren) and Protective Custody form (SH-R-625) shall be completed (see section 5-03/026.00);
- An appropriate entry into the Juvenile Automated Index (JAI) shall be made concerning the detention;
- 300 WIC juveniles, other than 300(c) juveniles, shall not be handcuffed or held in the booking cage or in a lockup pending release; and
- If custody is maintained as indicated above, the youth shall be continuously supervised to ensure he is not allowed to come or remain in contact with adult inmates in custody.