Youth Court provides alternative sentencing to first-time juvenile offenders in the District of Columbia and serves as a unique pre-petition diversion program for non-violent offenders.
By Participating in Youth Court, Youth Gain:
- A Second Chance
- Acknowledging that they have did something wrong and need to repay the community
- Learn how to give back to the community
- Ability to Gain Leadership Skills ( baliff, jury foreperson, advocate judge)
- Encouraged to get involved in positive activities
- Learn Better Decision Making Skills
- Safe Haven for expressing themselves
- An Adult Advocate that cares
