How can you check a record from juvenile hall without paying?

Juvenile records are somewhat more 'protected' than adult criminal records and unless you are asking for your OWN record, you may have a problem in getting a copy. Even if you are now an adult and wish to see your own juvenile record you MAY have to file an FOI request or get a court order to gain access to it. If you are simply curious about someone else's juvenile record you may be out of luck. Contact the Clerk of Court's office and ask if they can offer you guidance specific to your particular state.