JAAP forms can be released to juvenile if the parent is unavailable or not present.

• A. Cannot be released
• B. Can be released to juvenile only with consent of parent
• C. Cannot be released if the parent is unavailable
• D. Can be released to juvenile if the parent is unavailable or not present

Answer: (D)

Forms may be released to the juvenile when a parent is unavailable, to avoid delaying processing and ensure the juvenile can access necessary information and complete required steps. In practice, staff verify the juvenile’s identity, confirm they understand the information, and document attempts to contact a parent. This approach keeps things moving while still safeguarding by noting the absence of a parent and ensuring proper handoff to a guardian as soon as one becomes available.