Cite as: 10A CNCA § 2-5-301

Any child under eighteen (18) years of age who is a legal resident or the child of legal residents of the State of Cherokee Nation who is detained, held or arrested for any offense pursuant to any provision of the Juvenile Code or Criminal Code of this state, including such persons subject to adult prosecution, youthful offender proceedings, certification as an adult, reverse certification or juvenile proceedings, shall be identified within seventy-two (72) hours of such detention or arrest for educational needs and shall be afforded such educational opportunities without delay while in such facility or jail, including city, county and state jails, holding facilities and juvenile or correctional institutions.

Historical Data

LA 11-21, eff. March 15, 2021.