What is the procedure when a 16 yr old is arrested and charged as an adult for robbery?

When a 16-year-old is arrested and charged as an adult for robbery, the legal process typically begins with their booking and initial detention. The case may then proceed to a preliminary hearing or arraignment where charges are formally presented. Depending on the jurisdiction, the minor may be eligible for a transfer hearing to determine if they should be tried as an adult or remain in juvenile court. If tried as an adult, the case follows the adult criminal justice process, which can lead to more severe penalties than those typically faced in juvenile court.