In re Caldwell

The issue before the court is whether juvenile courts may impose consecutive terms of commitment upon a delinquent minor. To reach the proper conclusion in this matter, the court must look at the legislative intent behind juvenile commitment orders.

Juvenile delinquency is a serious issue in our society. The question has been and continues to be — What does one do with a child who commits serious offenses? The legislative purpose regarding such errant children has been laid out in R.C. 2151.01: to provide for the care, protection, and mental and physical development of children, to protect the…