Unless otherwise ordered by a judge, if arrested during school hours, the deputy may release the juvenile to _______

• A. Dean or Principal
• B. Parent
• C. School Resource Officer
• D. Foster Care

Answer: (A)

When a juvenile is arrested during school hours, the deputy’s immediate duty is to ensure safety and arrange custody with someone on campus who can supervise the student and handle follow-up steps. The Dean or Principal is the on-site school administrator who has authority over students, can coordinate with the family, and can arrange for proper handling within the school setting right away. This keeps the situation controlled on campus unless a judge orders something different.

Releasing to a parent isn’t as reliable on the spot if the parent isn’t present or if immediate supervision is needed. Involving a School Resource Officer would move custody back to law enforcement rather than to a responsible school official, which isn’t the typical immediate disposition in this scenario. Foster care involves child-welfare procedures and court orders, which go beyond an immediate on-campus release.