What factor may influence a receiving state’s decision to accept or reject a juvenile transfer?

The decision of a receiving state to accept or reject a juvenile transfer can be influenced by several factors, with the presence of pending criminal charges in the removing state being a significant consideration. When a juvenile has ongoing legal issues in their original jurisdiction, the receiving state may take this into account because it can complicate the legal status of the juvenile and create challenges for the new jurisdiction in managing the case.

The transferring state wants to ensure that the juvenile is not entering the new state with unresolved issues that may impact their compliance with probation or any rehabilitation efforts. If a juvenile is facing pending charges, it raises concerns about their stability and the ability to manage their behavior in a new environment, ultimately influencing the receiving state’s willingness to accept the transfer.

In contrast, while other factors like transportation costs, the juvenile's age and relationship to the custodian, and their current residence may play a role in the overall context of a transfer, they do not directly relate to the legal implications and management concerns that pending charges present. This highlights why pending criminal charges are prioritized in the decision-making process regarding juvenile transfers.