Juvenile Delinquency Defense Intake Form

When representing minors in juvenile delinquency cases, defense attorneys need to gather comprehensive information quickly and sensitively. This Juvenile Delinquency Defense Intake Form streamlines the initial consultation process, ensuring you capture all critical details about the case, the young person's background, and potential pathways to diversion programs.

Designed specifically for juvenile defense attorneys, public defenders, and legal aid organizations, this template collects structured information about charges, prior offenses, school records, family circumstances, and social factors that may influence defense strategy and sentencing recommendations. The form's organized sections help you identify early intervention opportunities and assess eligibility for alternative programs that keep young people out of the justice system.

Paperform makes this sensitive intake process more efficient and secure. With conditional logic, you can tailor follow-up questions based on charge severity or prior involvement with the justice system. The platform's SOC 2 Type II compliance ensures client confidentiality, while the professional, branded design helps put anxious parents and guardians at ease during a stressful time.

After submission, connect this form to your practice management software through Stepper (stepper.io) to automatically create case files, schedule consultations, and route urgent matters to the appropriate attorney. You can also use Papersign (papersign.com) to collect eSignatures on representation agreements and fee arrangements immediately following the intake, keeping your workflow paperless and efficient.

Whether you're a solo practitioner, part of a public defender's office, or working with a nonprofit legal services organization, this intake form helps you deliver compassionate, thorough representation from the very first contact.