Are parents responsible for paying for all of the damages caused by their children?

No. In Pennsylvania, parents are limited in the amount of restitution that they may have to pay towards damages caused by their children. For one offense, a parent’s limit is set at $1,000 and for multiple offenses; the parent’s limit of liability is set at $2,500. If the damage caused by the child exceeds the parents limit of liability, the child is solely responsible for the damages.

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1. What happens when a juvenile is referred to the Juvenile Probation Department?
2. May a juvenile be fingerprinted or photographed?
3. What happens when a juvenile is detained?
4. Are certain cases involving juveniles handled by the District Justice?
5. Who is responsible for paying the fines and costs assessed by the District Justice in a case involving a child?
6. Are parents responsible for paying for all of the damages caused by their children?
7. How many cases does the Fayette County Juvenile Probation Office handle?
8. What are the qualifications to become a Juvenile Probation Officer?
9. Does the Fayette County Juvenile Probation Office accept interns?