Which of the following is NOT a section included in the Juvenile SOP?

The inclusion of specific sections in a Juvenile Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) typically focuses on policies and procedures that guide the handling of juvenile offenders within the legal framework. The section on juvenile offender sentences is likely to be absent because sentencing tends to be a responsibility of the court rather than law enforcement agencies.

In contrast, sections such as policy regarding youth, dispositions of juvenile offenders, and procedures for crisis homes directly relate to the operational methods and policies that police or juvenile justice professionals implement when dealing with juveniles. These sections provide guidance on how officers should handle interactions with young individuals, the options available for managing juvenile cases, and how to respond in crisis situations involving youth.

Understanding these distinctions helps clarify why juvenile offender sentences, which are generally determined by judicial processes, are not included under an SOP meant for police procedure and interventions with juveniles.