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To use the positive power of peer influence to stop criminal behavior at its earliest stage.
Teen Court provides innovative restorative justice solutions for first-time juvenile offenders 10 to 18 years of age who have pled guilty to a misdemeanor charge.
Teen Court operates on the belief that punishment alone does not provide adequate incentives for positive change.
By providing relevant sentencing options that address a teen’s individual needs, as well as the underlying causes of his/her criminal behavior, Teen Court strives to end the cycle of self-destructive behavior and teach youth offenders responsibility, self-control and self-respect.
Recognizing that peer influence is one of the most powerful factors affecting youth behavior, Teen Court relies on a highly-trained corps of teen volunteers to review cases, deliver sentences, and ultimately help the defendants repair the damage their actions have caused themselves and the community.