MCOLES State Licensing Practice Exam

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True or False: A juvenile cannot be fingerprinted or photographed under arrest.

True
False
Only with parental consent
Only for felonies

The correct answer is: False

The statement is false because juveniles can be fingerprinted and photographed when they are arrested. Various laws exist that permit law enforcement to take these actions for identification and record-keeping purposes when a juvenile is involved in a criminal incident. While there are guidelines and protections in place that govern how juveniles are treated in the legal system, including limitations on the sharing of their records, the practice of fingerprinting and photographing juveniles is permissible under specific conditions. This process is particularly important for ensuring accurate identification and for maintaining records that can assist in the progression of a case through the justice system. However, it is also essential to note that the handling of juvenile cases often involves additional considerations related to privacy and the potential for rehabilitation rather than punishment, unlike adult offenders.