Im a juvenile and I had pending charges but they were dropped. Can I still get probation even though my charges were dropped?

Hopefully, I can clear this up for you. Under the Juvenile Act, the first step is an "Intake Conference" with a probation officer.  There are two options: informal adjustment or filing a petition, which will lead to adjudication and disposition of the charges (a hearing on the merits and/or sentencing).  At this conference, the officer can decide if you should be granted an "informal adjustment."  An informal adjustment means that the charges will not be continued against you, but that you may have to participate in counseling and/or social services programs.  If there is an informal adjustment, you will not be adjudicated delinquent.  I wish you the best of luck. Also, I'd like to add--consult with an attorney in your jurisdiction.  You will be assigned a public defender as a juvenile.  You can also hire a private criminal defense/juvenile defense attorney if you'd like.