Juvenile Justice System
By Austin, Emmie, and Laura
Main Ideas
- The juvenile justice system is designed to deal with youths who break the law.
- In most states, juvenile court has authority over all people under the age of 18, who are breaking the law.
- Children and young people found guilty of crimes are:
- Dismissing the charges
- Giving the juvenile an informal probation
- Referring the young person to a treatment program
Important words
Juvenile- a child or young person under the age set by law
Rehabilitate- restore to useful life usually through treatment and educacation
Restitution- act of making up in same way for the loss or damage caused