State v. Josue G. (In Re Interest Josue G.)

INTRODUCTION

After a juvenile on probation pursuant to a previous adjudication allegedly committed a new offense, the State moved to revoke probation. But when the juvenile entered a denial to the new charge, the State withdrew its motion. Nonetheless, the separate juvenile court of Douglas County extended the term of probation and imposed additional community service. Because the court did not follow applicable statutory procedures and thereby exceeded its statutory authority, we vacate the order, and remand the cause to the juvenile court for further proceedings consistent with this opinion.

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