Chapter XXX · Juvenile Courts
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376. Reformatories, Object, Liberty.—During the past few years juvenile courts have been created for the purpose of committing children to reformatories. The proceedings are not criminal actions, but of an equitable nature.670 However, as the object is to deprive the child of its liberty, the statute must be strictly construed and followed.671 An infant can not waive a right.672 If a child has been wrongfully committed or is wrongfully detained, the proper remedy for his discharge is a writ of habeas corpus.673
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