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Intake And Dispositional Planning | Richland County Juvenile Court

411 South Diamond Street, Mansfield, OH 44902-7812

Designated Parking|Full Wheelchair Access|Outside Ramps.
Eligibility
Juveniles under 18 years of age.
Required documents
Court will inform parent/guardian of any required documents.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Application process
Referred to Juvenile Court by law enforcement agencies, schools, stores, and parents.
Fees
Set by court.
Service area
Richland County, Ohio
Receives referrals from law enforcement agencies, schools, stores, and parents. After reviewing written reports and conducting interviews with parents, the department determines how to proceed with the case. Efforts are made to divert youth from the formal Court process whenever possible. These efforts include unofficial hearings, warning letters, and mediation. Recommendations are made which include referrals for drug and alcohol services, educational programs for shoplifters, essays, and other options. Other requests for misdemeanor or unruly charges are approved and result in a formal Court hearing.
Last assured
02/11/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Richland County Juvenile Court
Administers the court of law for juvenile jurisdiction.