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Franklin County Government - Juvenile Probation

Franklin County Juvenile Probation, under the direction and guidance of the 39th Judicial District of Pennsylvania provides probation services to Franklin County youth who fall within the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Court under Chapter 63 of the Pennsylvania Criminal Code. The Franklin County Juvenile Probation Department is located at 425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania in the Franklin County Human Services Building. The Juvenile Probation Department provides general probation supervision, school-based probation supervision, aftercare supervision and victim services. Probation Officers also facilitate numerous diversion and intervention groups to address youth needs. Juveniles are referred to the Franklin County Juvenile Probation Department by law enforcement agencies and other juvenile courts. Private citizens, in certain circumstances, may refer a juvenile by scheduling an appointment at the District Attorney's Office and discussing any allegations of delinquency. Those cases are subm

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Physical Address

425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Fax

(717) 261-1157

Application process

Park of the Franklin County Judicial System, therefore individuals will have come through the court system.

Fee

Potential for fines, cost, restitution, and parental support.; Services are provided at no cost.

Eligibility

Youths, who are ages 10-18 who have been charged with a delinquent offense.

Service area

Franklin, PA

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Franklin County Government

Franklin County is governed by a board of three county commissioners elected every four years by the citizens who live here. The Board of Commissioners oversees the entire operation of the county and represents the best interests of the citizens. County commissioners also oversee the the core functions of the county government such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning, and information technology. Other officials are also elected to perform certain functions: the Controller, the Treasurer, and the Recorder of Deeds. Under the direction of these officers, the county maintains important legal records such as real estate deeds, licenses and permits, and financial records.