Capital Area Teen Court

Teen Court is a non-profit program that gives youth between ages 9 and 17 who have committed a misdemeanor offense, a second chance while holding them  accountable for their actions. Misdemeanor offenses, such as larceny, simple assault, affray, property damage, drug possession, alcohol possession, and others are heard in Teen Court. Teen Court is youth run and led while supportive adults including staff, volunteers, judges, attorneys, and law students provide guidance and mentoring. Youth serve as attorneys, jury members, and bailiffs