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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 20.5§ 794 Minor Probation Search Conditions

§ 794 Minor Probation Search Conditions

Welfare and Institutions Code·California
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§ 794 Minor Probation Search Conditions

Key Takeaways

  • •If a kid gets in trouble but is allowed to avoid a full punishment, the judge can make them follow special rules.
  • •The kid can be searched anytime by a probation officer or police, even without a warrant.
  • •The judge might also make the kid take random drug or alcohol tests.
  • •The kid might have to follow a curfew, go to school, pay back anyone they hurt, or do other things to help them stay out of trouble.

Example

A 16-year-old gets caught stealing a bike but is given a second chance by the judge.

The judge can say the kid has to let a probation officer search their backpack or room anytime, take random drug tests, and go to school every day. If the kid doesn’t follow these rules, they could get in bigger trouble.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 794 Minor Probation Search Conditions

When a minor is permitted to participate in a deferred entry of judgment procedure, the judge shall impose, as a condition of probation, the requirement that the minor be subject to warrantless searches of his or her person, residence, or property under his or her control, upon the request of a probation officer or peace officer. The court shall also consider whether imposing random drug or alcohol testing, or both, including urinalysis, would be an appropriate condition of probation. The judge shall also, when appropriate, require the minor to periodically establish compliance with curfew and school attendance requirements. The court may, in consultation with the probation department, impose any other term of probation authorized by this code that the judge believes would assist in the education, treatment, and rehabilitation of the minor and the prevention of criminal activity. The minor may also be required to pay restitution to the victim or victims pursuant to the provisions of this code. (Added March 7, 2000, by initiative Proposition 21, Sec. 29.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

probationtreatmentrestitutionjudgmenteducationcomplianceschoolproperty

Related Statutes

  • § 790 Juvenile Felony Court Eligibility
  • § 793 Minor Probation Violation Consequences
  • § 258 Minor Violation Penalties
  • § 654 Juvenile Diversion Program Referrals
  • § 729 Minor Battery Restitution Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 794.
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