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No! A status offense is ONLY something that would not be a crime if the juvenile were an adult: running away, breaking curfew, skipping school. There may be others, but those are examples.

Anything that is a crime if you are an adult is not a status offense for a juvenile.

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What are status offenses?

A status offense is an offense that can only be committed by a child. If an adult did the same thing it would not be considered illegal.


Why should the juvenile court not punish children?

If the juvenile has simply gotten into trouble as a repeat runaway; into trouble without harming other people and the juvenile has remorse then the courts should not punish the juvenile, but they could use 'house arrest' or a parole officer to contain the actions of juvenile if they continue to get into trouble. If the juvenile has committed a serious crime such as murder then they should be held in a Juvenile facility until they are old enough to go to court for that murder and should receive the punishment in accordance to that State's law.


The meaning of status offense?

A status offense is the conduct of a child that is illegal only because that child is under age. For example under age, drinking, smoking, and driving, gambling, and going to clubs just to name a few.


What is the difference between detained juveniles and committed juveniles?

Detained, in reference to rehab, or a mental type institution means that they are there under observation and may receive some minor treatments. If the juvenile does not respond well to treatment, then the option to commit opens. If they confirm a reason to commit, then they are committed. Once committed, they are wards until they are deemed safe to themselves and others. If you are referring to being detained at a correctional facility, it is a bit different. Being detained in a correctional facility (jail or juvenile hall) means that the juvenile will be held until bail is submitted or if there is no bail, until court. If bail is set and the juvenile gets out on bail, that juvenile is still considered detained until court.


What are the release dates for WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Jason Williford Homicide Status Hearing?

WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Jason Williford Homicide Status Hearing was released on: USA: 20 July 2010

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The juvenile equivalent of a trial is called?

the answer is D. adjudication; The juvenile court hearing at which the juvenile is declared a delinquent or status offender ,or no finding of fact is made.


What are the two general offense categories of juvenile delinquency?

The two general offense categories of juvenile delinquency are status offenses and delinquent offenses. Status offenses are behaviors that are considered offenses only because of a youth's age, such as truancy or curfew violations. Delinquent offenses are acts that would be considered crimes if committed by adults, such as theft or assault.


Should a juvenile be tried as an adult?

It depends on the juvenile and the offense.


What is the difference between juvenile delinquencey and satus offenders?

A juvenile delinquent is a youth who has committed a crime. A status offender is a youth who has been charged with an offense, but is not classified as a criminal and is not charged with a criminal offense.


Is vandalism a status offense?

no


What are status offenses?

A status offense is an offense that can only be committed by a child. If an adult did the same thing it would not be considered illegal.


What is the lowest evidentiary standard for a juvenile status offense?

The answer is: In delinquency matters the state must prove its case beyone a reasonable doubt. Prior to In re Winship, a lower standard of evidence had been required by juvenile courts in some states-a mere preponderance of the evidence.


What is an unclassified offense?

What constitutes an "Unspecified Offense" considered a felony? What type of offense would this be? Murder, drugs, what? Thanks


Why is erica buckingham in Dwight prison?

OFFENSE: MURDER/INTENT TO KILL/INJURE OFFENSE: MURDER/STRONG PROB KILL/INJURE OFFENSE: ARMED ROBBERY http://www.idoc.state.il.us/subsections/search/inms.asp


How can you be arrested for running away?

The juvenile is not "arrested" he or she is taken into protective custody and remanded to juvenile authorities. Running away is not a criminal offense as such, it is considered a "status offense" and can be adjudicated under criminal or civil statutes depending upon the circumstances of the matter.


Which Part I offense is least likely to occur?

Murder


What is a juvenial delinquent?

A juvenile delinquent is a minor who has committed a criminal offense, regardless of whether they are charged or convicted of the offense. Juvenile delinquency refers to a range of behaviors exhibited by minors that are considered illegal or antisocial.