What document serves as a written record of charges presented to a parent in youth court?

The correct answer is that the summons serves as the written record of charges presented to a parent in youth court. A summons is a legal document issued by the court that notifies a party of their required appearance in court and outlines the charges or allegations against them. In youth courts, the summons specifically communicates to parents the charges their child is facing, allowing them to prepare for the upcoming proceedings.

The other options are related to the youth court process but serve different functions. A referral typically involves the process of directing a case to the youth court, perhaps from a school or law enforcement agency, but does not serve as the formal document outlining the charges. Intake is the process where cases are evaluated and determined if they should proceed in the youth court system, but it does not itself convey charges to parents. Disposition refers to the outcome of the court proceedings, including any decisions regarding penalties or interventions for the youth, rather than the initial notice of charges against them.