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.
Advocates Seek to Keep Youth Out of Adult Courts
New York is one of just two states that prosecute 16-year-olds as adults in all cases. Advocates say this needs to change in order to keep more youth from engaging in criminal behavior over the long term.
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