Teen Court
Youth Resources' VANDERBURGH COUNTY TEEN COURT is an early-intervention/diversion program in the Vanderburgh County Juvenile Justice System that offers first-time youth offenders (ages 10-17) an opportunity to turn over a new leaf.
Juvenile offenders go before a jury of their peers and are represented by a peer defense attorney. The jury of high school students determines a disposition (or verdict) based on restorative justice theory that emphasizes how crimes hurt relationships within our community. The jury's duty is to provide an appropriate "sentence" for the juvenile offender so they can understand their offense, its impact, and how to make healthy choices in the future.
Through the Teen Court program, youth gain a valuable understanding of the judicial system, are introduced to positive adult mentors from the legal community and are invited to explore careers in the legal field. They are also given an opportunity to be a positive influence in the lives of their peers!
Any high school student in the tri-state area interested in volunteering as a juror, attorney or bailiff for the Vanderburgh County Teen Court can download the application and liability form.
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Contact Information
- Hillary Krantz, Program Coordinator
812-421-0030 ext. 17
hillary@youth-resources.org
Vanderburgh County Teen Court is sponsored by:
