State v. Steven S. (In Re Steven S.)

INTRODUCTION

Steven S. appeals an order of the separate juvenile court transferring his case to county court. We begin by settling the standard of review, which is a matter of first impression. Because of the nature of juvenile courts and the statutory provisions governing such transfers, we determine that the appropriate standard of review is de novo on the record for an abuse of discretion. Having considered the evidence, upon our de novo review, we find no abuse of discretion in the transfer. We affirm the order of the juvenile court.

BACKGROUND

JUVENILE PETITION

In September 2017, Steven and…