Juvenile Liaison Officer

Designation of Juvenile Officer: 

Every Somerset County law enforcement agency having patrol jurisdiction shall designate one sworn officer to coordinate juvenile matters.  This Juvenile Liaison Officer (JLO) shall be designated based upon their training and experience.  The JLO should be familiar with local resources and community-based programs available to assist juveniles and their families; shall be well-versed in the various diversionary programs available to divert youth from the juvenile justice system; and are tasked with staying up-to-date on legislative changes, and changes to policy and procedure regarding Juvenile Justice Reform.  The JLO can also assist by building partnerships with non-profit and government-run community organizations to assist with the supervision of stationhouse adjustment agreements.

Bedminster Township Police Department Juvenile Liaison Officer:

Detective Paul Piano
Email Juvenile Liaison Officer
Phone: (908) 212-7000 ext. 764