41-5-1204 . Preliminary inquiry -- determinations -- release. Once relevant information is secured after a preliminary inquiry under 41-5-1201 , the juvenile probation officer or assessment officer shall: (1) determine whether the interest of the public or the youth requires that further action be taken; (2) terminate the inquiry upon the determination that no further action be taken; and (3) release the youth immediately upon the determination that the filing of a petition is not authorized.
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