The Juvenile Division is handled by the Franklin County Clerk of Courts Maryellen O'Shaughnessy. The majority of cases presented through the Clerk’s Juvenile Division include those of delinquency, unruly cases, and cases involving abuse, neglect, or dependency of a minor. Parentage actions and cases relating to custody, visitation, and child support are also filed through this division. If a juvenile is allegedly abused, neglected, or dependent, External linkProtective Services or Franklin County Children Services should be contacted. If parentage needs to be determined, consult with the External linkChild Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA). Juvenile Division also handles child custody matters.