Sec. 1. If the department determines that the best interests of the child require action in the juvenile or criminal court, the department shall: (1) refer the case to the juvenile court under IC 31-34-7 ; or (2) make a referral to the prosecuting attorney if criminal prosecution is desired. [Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-11-11(q).]
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