Youth Court Statistics
- Over 16 years of service have been devoted to youth in the DC area
- Diverted over 6,595 youth away from the juvenile justice system
- Youth Court has a 9% recidivism rate versus 20% for the overall juvenile justice system
- Recent survey indicated that 70% of youth court participants finish high school, go on the some type of higher education
- Approximately $540 is spent per youth
- Low administrative cost – 92% of funds goes to direct funds
- Youth Court has a 5 year relationship with Kids Count of UK
Sample student essays (click to download)
“How Do My Actions Effect Others” – September 2012
