Alternatives to Court and Detention
Some arrested teens are referred to alternative programs that keep them out of family court or detention. Advocates say these alternatives are more effective than the traditional system at preventing re-offenses.
Entering the Juvenile Justice Maze
New York’s juvenile justice system is complex. Explore the different paths court-involved young people take, from the initial detention or ticket to appear in family court through release on probation.
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