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A legal provision that allows for additional penalties to be applied to crimes that are deemed to be related to gang activity. Consequences may include longer prison sentences and greater fines.

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act is a federal law that provides for extended criminal penalties and a civil cause of action for acts performed as part of an ongoing criminal organization. Consequences for juveniles could include being tried as an adult and extended sentences.

An act committed by a juvenile that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult. Involvement in gang-related activities can be deemed delinquent, leading to various consequences, including juvenile detention or mandatory rehabilitation programs.

Laws that prohibit individuals, often specifically minors, from being in public places during specified hours, which can be used as a tool to prevent gang activity. Violation of curfew can result in fines, community service, or intervention programs.

An action that is only considered a legal offense because of the age of the individual, such as truancy or violation of curfew. Gang involvement can influence the likelihood of committing a status offense. Consequences often involve family court and non-criminal sanctions.

A legal order that prohibits members of certain identified gangs from participating in specific activities. It is a civil order that can carry criminal penalties for violations, such as fines or prison time.

An agreement between two or more people to commit a crime at some time in the future. Gang involvement often implies a conspiracy to commit a range of offenses. Juveniles can be charged, leading to detention or sometimes being tried as an adult.