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Juvenile Diversion Programs
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Teen Court
Objective: To allow juveniles who commit minor crimes to be judged by their peers. Structure: Youth volunteers serve as attorneys, judges, and jurors in a court setting.
Drug Courts for Juveniles
Objective: To provide substance-abusing juveniles with treatment alternatives to incarceration. Structure: Features a blend of drug treatment and accountability supervised by a judge.
Restorative Justice Programs
Objective: To repair the harm caused by juvenile offenses through reconciliation with victims and community. Structure: May involve victim-offender mediation, community service, and circles of support and accountability.
Family-Based Programs
Objective: To address juvenile delinquency by improving family dynamics and support. Structure: Programs include family counseling and parenting education to create a supportive home environment.
School-Based Diversion
Objective: To keep students in school and out of the juvenile justice system after minor offenses. Structure: Programs are integrated into the school system and may involve counseling and educational services.
Youth Aid Panels
Objective: To divert juveniles from the formal justice system and provide a forum for restitution and community repair. Structure: Community members discuss the offense with the youth and agree on constructive sanctions.
Educational Workshops
Objective: To inform juveniles about the consequences of crime and teach life skills. Structure: Workshops provide information on legal consequences, personal development, and skill-building.
Curfew Programs
Objective: To reduce juvenile crime and victimization by enforcing curfews. Structure: Juveniles are required to be at home during specified hours, typically with increased monitoring during night-time hours.
Community Service Programs
Objective: To allow juveniles to give back to the community while understanding the impact of their crimes. Structure: Juveniles participate in service projects that benefit the community and foster a sense of responsibility.
Mentoring Programs
Objective: To guide at-risk youth towards positive behaviors and away from delinquency. Structure: At-risk juveniles are paired with adult mentors who offer support and act as positive role models.
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